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’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
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It’s hard to think of anything more important for a business than getting paid on time and in full. Readers will be all too familiar with stories of construction companies that haven’t survived because they were starved of cashflow. There are, however, some easy wins when it comes to improving your chances of getting paid
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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
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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
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We are delighted to announce the appointment of Stephen Flynn, Director of Rosebirch, to the National Association of Shopfitters Executive Council. Stephen brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted history with the NAS. With Rosebirch being a member company since the 1980s and Stephen attending his first regional meeting in the late 90s. His
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Cutting Edge is the Quarterly publication from the Institute of Carpenters, our partner org. It’s packed full of relevant updates and insight from those in the wood sector and the latest issue is now available exclusively to members of the NAS and IOC. Sign into Glue Up to find the link, or contact the NAS/IOC
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CITB has confirmed a series of changes to its grants and funding offer, taking effect from 8 January 2026, following today’s meeting. In short, growing demand for training funding without an increase in Levy rates means CITB is reshaping its support to focus more directly on addressing the industry skills gap. What’s changing from 8
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Nexvia is cloud-based construction management software built for shopfitters, specialty contractors and trades. It replaces time-consuming spreadsheets and multiple apps with one connected system that keeps projects on track, profitable and transparent. What does Nexvia do, and what sets you apart? Nexvia gives shopfitters complete control over their projects – from the first enquiry
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