169 jobs lost in Scotland as timber firm appoints administrators

STV News understands some merchants are now operating on 'skeleton staffing'.

Shockwaves have been sent through the construction industry after National Timber Group appointed joint administrators.

169 jobs have been lost in Scotland, with six locations suffering sudden closures – including Rembrand Timber in Forfar.

STV News understands some merchants are now operating on “skeleton staffing”.

A sale process for the business and its assets has now been launched.

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Last updated Nov 27th, 2025 at 19:19

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