Summary
The UK Forestry Standard (UKFS) sets out the standard for sustainable forest management in the UK . It helps ensure our forests and woodlands are managed legally and sustainably.
The 4th edition was produced to:
- update relevant legislation and other regulatory requirements
- update organisational details and mandates of the forestry authorities
- reflect key policy changes arising from the increased devolution of forestry
- incorporate recent developments in international agreements, and the way forestry activity is monitored and reported
- incorporate recent advances in the scientific understanding of forestry
- further strengthen the role of forest planning
The UKFS is relevant to all those with an interest in UK forests and woodlands, particularly owners, managers and practitioners, and all organisations with responsibilities for forests and woodlands.
This version has been superseded by the UKFS 5th edition.
