
Timber in construction gets major boost as government pledges new roadmap
The UK Government’s new Timber in Construction Roadmap aims to boost homegrown timber use, cut carbon emissions, and speed housebuilding.
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The UK Government’s new Timber in Construction Roadmap aims to boost homegrown timber use, cut carbon emissions, and speed housebuilding.

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Apple pulls its advanced data protection service from UK iCloud accounts amid government requests for backdoor access.

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The Vivienne Westwood fashion house is facing mounting scrutiny after an independent investigation upheld allegations of homophobic bullying against its chief executive, Carlo D’Amario.

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