Confor UK Policy Conference

20 November 2025

Confor's annual policy conference returns to the QEII Centre in London on Thursday 20 November 2025.

'Timber in Construction: From Roadmap to Reality' will explore what actions are needed to turn the Timber in Construction Roadmap into reality – and what that reality might look like.

Forestry Minister Mary Creagh MP will be giving the keynote address, alongside experts delivering insight on crucial topics for forestry and timber, including industry confidence, achieving a sustainable wood supply, bringing more homegrown timber into the construction sector, and ensuring a skilled workforce for the future.


Keynote: Mary Creagh MP

Confirmed speakers:

  • Anna Brown, Director, Forest Services, Forestry Commission
  • Naomi Matthiessen, Deputy Director for Landscapes, Nature & Forestry, Welsh Government
  • Tim den Dekker, Associate, Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios
  • Cora Pfarre, Head Forester, Maydencroft
  • Isla Campbell, Forest Manager, Scottish Woodlands Ltd
  • David Edwards, Project Leader, Forest Research
  • Steve Fowkes, Business and Markets Adviser, Forestry Commission

See event timings.