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Catch up on some of the latest news and thoughts on timber today. Here you’ll find stats, news stories, links to thought provoking articles and the views and opinions of anyone with something to say about wood. If you’ve got something to say then simply complete the comment form. All the articles submitted will be moderated before publication.

BBC feature on timber construction in tall buildings

The BBC recently featured a news story about Bridport House in Hackney in which the benefits of using timber and specifically cross-laminate timber were outlined.

Wood Talks

Tuesday 11 October 9.30am. Wood from beginning to end - bridging the supply chain

Monitoring Rainforest Deforestation Video

Wytham woods in Oxfordshire is providing researchers with vital information to help them monitor rainforest deforestation.

Tropical forests managed better?

Surveys conducted by the ITTO (International Tropical Timber Organisation)conclude that the worlds tropical forests are now better managed than they were five years ago.

iTRADA - Wood Species App for iPhones

TRADA Technology has released a wood species App for iPhone users. Free and full versions available from the Apple store and will be launched at Timber Expo 2011 next week.

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