News & Thoughts

CITB Funding Update: Complete Guide to the January 2026 Changes
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

Welcoming Stephen Flynn to the NAS Executive Council
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

Winter 2025 Edition of Cutting Edge Now Available
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

Important Update: CITB Grant & Funding Changes from January 2026
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

Welcoming New NAS Member: Nexvia
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

Members’ Day 2026 – New Agenda Details Announced
We’re excited to share more about the NAS & IOC Members’ Day, taking place on Wednesday 22 April 2026 at Carpenters’ Hall, London. This year’s

CITB Announces End of Training Group Funding from April 2026
CITB has confirmed that funding for all Training Groups will end on 31 March 2026, marking a significant shift in how levy funds are reinvested

New Opportunity: Small Travel Agency Fit-Out
We’ve been approached by a long-established, family-owned travel agency in Buckinghamshire looking for support with a modest but meaningful shop refurbishment. Location: Buckinghamshire. Opportunity Scope:

Help Shape the Future of Shopfitting and Signage Skills
The National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) and The British Sign and Graphics Association (BSGA) are continuing to work together to strengthen the Shopfitting and Commercial