The UK timber and forestry industries are joining together to promote wood at the government’s Delivering Sustainable Communities Summit.

The UK Timber Frame Association, wood. for good, the British Woodworking Federation, the Confederation of Forest Industries UK Ltd and the Woodland Initiatives Network are taking a joint stand during the event at Manchester’s G-MEX conference centre on January 31-February 2 (TTJ October 16/23, 2004).

The “Wood Works” stand will reflect the key themes of using timber in sustainable construction and in combating climate change.

About 2,000 delegates from around the world are expected to attend the conference, exhibition, workshops and master classes. Deputy prime minister John Prescott is hosting the event.