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Worker Protection Act

The Worker Protection Act: What Your Business Needs to Know

As of October 26th, the Worker Protection Act is now in effect. With nearly half of businesses not fully prepared, it’s crucial for employers to stay compliant and informed about their new responsibilities under this legislation. What is the Worker Protection Act? Effective October 26, 2024, the act strengthens protections against workplace harassment in the …

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risk assessments

Eliminating Fear and Completing a Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide

At our recent NAS Risk Workshop, Beverley Peace from Consilium ESG raised an important topic of discussion: the fear surrounding risk assessments in the workplace. While these assessments are essential for safety and compliance, many people hesitate due to a lack of understanding, peer pressure, and resistance to change. Overcoming this fear is vital for …

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Welcoming Abbey Glass (Cardiff) Ltd as a new Associate Member.

This week, the NAS welcomed new shopfitting glass services provider, Abbey Glass (Cardiff) Ltd, as a new Associate Member. Megan Williams, Head of Sales at Abbey Glass, shared her thoughts on joining: “Joining the NAS brings several key benefits to our company. The NAS is a leading trade association for professionals in the shopfitting and …

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Specialist Distributor Nevill Long joins as new Associate Member

“Nevill Long Interior Systems, a specialist distribution division of The Encon Group, is pleased to join the National Association of Shopfitters & Interior Contractors as an Associate Member. The Encon Group is the UK’s No 1 independent distributor of building materials and project solutions to the built environment. The Group operates from 22 branches nationwide. …

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Managing Legal and Compliance Risks in Construction: Key Insights from the NAS Workshop

Managing risk is a critical factor in the construction industry, where complex projects, multiple stakeholders, and ever-changing regulations present constant challenges. At our recent Risk Workshop, NAS Partners Holmes & Hills provided crucial insights into key areas of construction contract risk management. With updates to JCT 2024, a growing focus on collateral warranties, and an …

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Managing the Risk of Not Getting Paid in Construction: Key Takeaways from the NAS Workshop

One of the critical challenges in construction is managing the risk of not getting paid. During our recent Risk Workshop, Holmes & Hills tackled essential aspects of construction contracts, particularly payment risks. In the construction industry, having a solid understanding of payment mechanisms, such as due dates, final date for payment, and Pay Less Notices, …

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The Abbey Healthcare Collateral Warranties Case: Why It Matters

“From time-to-time lawyers get really excited about the latest landmark case. The recent Supreme Court judgement in Abbey Healthcare v Simply Construct (regarding collateral warranties) is a prime example.” In this article, Sam Bawden from NAS legal partners Holmes and Hills takes a closer look at the recent Abbey Healthcare v Simply Construct case regarding …

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A Journey in Joinery: The Importance of Apprenticeships

Deanhouse Interiors are a bespoke joinery manufacturer and specialist interior fit-out contractor with over 15 years’ experience working in the hospitality and leisure sectors. Operating from their base in Honley, West Yorkshire, Deanhouse utilises the latest machinery and technology to produce high-end bespoke carpentry, joinery and turnkey fit-out services throughout the UK. Discovering a Passion …

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The Ripple Effect of ISG’s Collapse: What It Means for the Shopfitting Industry

The Ripple Effect of ISG’s Collapse: What It Means for the Shopfitting Industry The sudden collapse of ISG, major player in the UK construction industry, has sent shockwaves throughout the sector, leaving a significant number of high-profile projects in limbo.  According to Glenigan, ISG’s collapse has impacted over £2.5bn worth of on-site projects and halted …

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