News & Thoughts
New Opportunity: 7500sqft Bournemouth Furniture Showroom
We’ve been approached by a Dorset based furniture company looking for support with a 7500sqft showroom in Bournemouth. Location: Bournemouth. Opportunity Scope: Approx. 7500sqft See
A Seat at the Table: NAS & IOC Director Appointed to Taskforce on Apprenticeship Reforms
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
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
