Sophie Lewis

Biodiversity is a challenge for everyone and we must tackle it together

In 2015, the National Federation of Builders (NFB) sat around a table with Natural England (NE) to once again discuss the onerous process of environmental impact assessments. This topic has come up on many occasions but it wasn’t until NE announced a ground-breaking DNA test(1), which surveyed the connectivity of the Great Crested Newt (GCN), …

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In honour of Chris Gabb

I am incredibly sad to announce the passing of Chris Gabb, a former National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) Council member, President (2011-12), Treasurer, and Honorary Member. I would like to tell you a bit about how Chris started out, and how he eventually became involved with the NAS. Chris started in the industry following secondary …

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Subcontractors – The importance of checking insurance

Bona-fide subcontractors are increasingly used by many businesses to provide specialist services to customers and deliver them across a wider geographical area. A specific insurance condition requiring you to maintain a system of checking bona-fide subcontractor insurances is often precedent. If the condition hasn’t been met, this could result in insurers refusing to provide an …

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Important information regarding HSE spot checks

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are currently visiting businesses undertaking unannounced spot checks in regards to DUST and RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) masks, taking relevant action (by way of fines) where necessary. Inspectors are currently undertaking checks to ensure businesses have measures in place to protect their workers’ lungs from the likes of wood dust, silica and asbestos. Is your …

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NAS wins a Trade Association Forum Best Practice Award

We are pleased to announce that the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) won the Corporate Social Responsibility Award for our #NAS100CharityChallenge at the Trade Association Forum Best Practice Awards last night. The awards, held at County Hall in London, recognise, reward and promote best practice amongst trade associations in the UK. The prestigious award ceremony, …

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An update from NAS House

Having joined the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) in January, I have now completed my first six months in the role of Director. With that milestone under my belt, I thought it was time to write my first blog for our website – reflecting on what’s been achieved, and what’s ahead for the remainder of …

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