News & Thoughts

Government Launches Consultation on Merging CITB and ECITB
The government has officially opened a consultation on proposals to merge the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB)

Welcoming New Member: Epta UK
Epta UK, a specialist in commercial refrigeration, HVAC, and air conditioning, has joined the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) to strengthen collaboration with the UK

CIJC Announce 2026 Pay Promulgation
The Construction Industry Joint Council (CIJC), whose remit includes agreeing rates of wages and other salaries, and fees of building and civil engineering operatives, has

Construction Contract Termination: Rights, Risks, and Reality 🏗️⚖️
Termination is a common cause of costly disputes in our industry, often because parties misunderstand the strict procedures required to end a contract lawfully. Getting

Funding Update: New Employer Networks & Large Employer Fund Rules
From 1 April 2026, the CITB has announced that the way training funding is distributed across the construction and shopfitting industry is changing. These updates

Welcoming New Member: Gerflor Flooring
Gerflor Flooring Joins the National Association of Shopfitters Gerflor is proud to join the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) as a recognised flooring supplier, reinforcing
IOC/NAS Skills Lead to Head Nationwide Wood Safety Group
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.

UK to Rejoin Erasmus – Lets Break it Down
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

Welcoming New Member: WF Supplies
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