Defra has contacted a wide range of organisations, including many associated with the timber industry.
They are being invited to give their views on the future direction of policies for England’s trees, woods and forests to help the government agency compile a new strategy for the next 20 years.
One of the headings under discussion is sustainable land management and sustainable products.
This topic highlights the importance of wood as a sustainable material, particularly in the construction industry, and that locally sourced timber will use less energy in transportation.
The consultation document can be obtained from Defra orfrom www.defra.gov.uk.
