This paper is the latest of a 2-yearly series presenting a summarised account of the Laboratory's work in wood preservatives and related fields. The topics dealt with include: environmental studies on the usage of copper-chrome-arsenic and organic solvent preservatives; development of National and International Standards; recent developments in the preservation of external doors and windows including remedial treatment of incipient decay in-situ; preservation of motorway fencing; distribution of house longhorn beetle; formulation of insecticides; permanence of preservatives and protection by finishes and coatings. A full list of publications for the period is appended.

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