In January, IOC/NAS UK Skills Lead, Amanda Scott was elected and subsequently accepted the appointment as the new Chair of the nationwide Wood Safety Group. (WSG) She replaces the late, respected and much missed John Gibson, founder of the WSG, a man who set the benchmark for safety application in the wood occupations and worked […]
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In January 2026 the UK Government announced it was set to rejoin the European Union’s Erasmus+ programme from January 2027 onwards, restoring a major route for study and training placements across Europe. This agreement will allow reciprocal participation in exchange for students and staff. The return will boost the construction sector by facilitating the return
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We are delighted to welcome WF Supplies to the National Association of Shopfitters. Why did you join NAS? As a leading supplier to the drylining and interior fit-out sectors, WF Supplies is committed to excellence, industry best-practice and supporting the success of our customers. Joining the NAS strengthens that commitment by aligning us with the
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We’ve been approached by a North Yorkshire based health shop owner looking for support with moving to their new 500sqft retail unit in Harrogate. Location: Harrogate Opportunity Scope: Approx. 500sqft From the client: “I am looking to move my health shop to be ready for trading by Easter. I have placed an offer on the
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We’re proud to welcome Ninth Quarter as our newest NAS member. Why did you join the NAS? At Ninth Quarter, we’re committed to maintaining the highest standards across every aspect of our work, from safety and compliance to quality and client service. Joining the National Association of Shopfitters reflects this commitment. As members, we’re part
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Did you know that sending a payment application to the wrong address or even using the wrong font size can legally invalidate your claim for payment? These are called Conditions Precedent, and they are one of the most common ways subcontractors lose money on work they have legitimately completed. Our partners at Holmes & Hills
Clause for Thought: Conditions Precedent Clauses, explained by Holmes & Hills Read More »
We’ve been approached by a Dorset based furniture company looking for support with a 7500sqft showroom in Bournemouth. Location: Bournemouth. Opportunity Scope: Approx. 7500sqft See further information here: Woods Furniture Castle Point – Design Proposal V2 The client is looking to move as soon as is reasonably possible. If you would like to be contacted
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As the government moves forward with its most significant overhaul of apprenticeship standards in years, we are delighted to confirm that James Filus, Director of the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) and the Institute of Carpenters (IOC), has been appointed to the newly formed Construction Assessment Reform Taskforce. This appointment ensures that the voice of
A Seat at the Table: NAS & IOC Director Appointed to Taskforce on Apprenticeship Reforms Read More »
The National Association of Shopfitters is delighted to welcome CLIP Interiors Ltd to the membership. Based in Basingstoke, Hampshire, CLIP Interiors is a national fit-out and refurbishment contractor experienced in delivering projects across a wide variety of markets. From commercial offices and retail to specialized environments in education, health, pharmaceutical, and the military, they provide
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Implementation Date: 8 January 2026 As members may be aware, significant changes to the CITB Grant and Funding Scheme officially came into effect last week on 8 January 2026. These changes fundamentally alter how training is funded, particularly regarding Short Courses and Long Qualifications. To ensure your business maximizes its available funding and avoids unexpected
CITB Funding Update: Complete Guide to the January 2026 Changes Read More »
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