HM Treasury confirmed last night that the introduction of the IR35 reforms to the private sector will be deferred until April 2021. The move is part of a larger set of measures the Treasury has announced to protect the UK economy following the outbreak of Coronavirus. IR35 legislation was originally introduced in April 2000 to …
The Construction Industry Joint Council (CIJC) Working Rule Agreement (WRA) is the largest of its kind in the industry. Negotiations take place between employers and union representatives* to set acceptable terms and conditions for employers and workers. The agreement covers more than 500,000 workers – who have their minimum rates agreed through the negotiations, as …
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In the best interests of our Members, the NAS has made the decision to postpone our upcoming AGM. The event was due to be held at the Museum of Brands London, on Wednesday, 25 March. This is a result of the potential impact of the steadily increasing risk from Coronavirus. Alternative arrangements for this event will …
Our Associate Member, Alliance Workforce, has grown its team and opened a Glasgow branch to help serve those in the area with their temporary decorator recruitment needs. The company specialises in the supply of temporary contract decorators, on an as required, hourly rate basis. They have thousands of professional decorators on their books throughout the …
The risk of catching coronavirus (COVID-19) in workplaces is currently low. It’s still good practice to make sure everyone at work follows simple hygiene rules, such as: washing hands thoroughly with hot water and soap using tissues when sneezing or coughing and throwing them away in a bin Employers responsibility Employers and employees are responsible …
Six new members have recently joined the National Association of Shopfitters. Details on each new member and the services they offer are detailed below. Welcome aboard! Battistel Shopfitting Battistel Shopfitting & Building Contractors are a London based company with more than 30 years’ experience in the building and shopfitting industry. They are skilled not only …
The NAS and its Members were represented this week by our Training Manager, Lorraine Shepherd, at the Cross-Industry Construction Apprenticeship Taskforce (CCATF) Meeting/Seminar held at the iconic location of City Hall, London. We are proud Members of the CCATF – you can find out more about their apprenticeship vision by downloading their report (found at the …
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During our Training Managers’ visits to Members, the following question has been asked: “What is the difference between the Government Apprenticeship Levy and the CITB Levy?” It has become apparent that an update/overview of this subject would prove beneficial, so a PDF has been put together to help answer this question which you can download or …
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Last Thursday 24 October the NAS celebrated its centenary in style with a Charity Fundraiser at County Hall, London. The 1920s Art Deco themed night saw our Members and industry figures dress up in black tie and flapper dresses to enjoy a three-course meal and dance the night away to our fantastic band for …
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Mental Health is just as important as physical health. Ahead of World Mental Health Day, the NAS: has signed the Building Mental Health charter, making a commitment to improving mental health in the industry welcomed Blue Lobster Therapy as our first Approved Training Provider for mental health, resilience, and stress awareness training introduced Wider Wallet to our members – including well-being support …
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