News & Thoughts

Right to Work Rules Are Changing — We’ve Built a Free Course to Help
From 1 October 2026, the UK’s right to work regime will undergo its most significant expansion in years. What’s changing? New legislation extends compliance obligations

NAS appointed to deliver the CITB Specialist Upskilling Project
The National Association of Shopfitters has been appointed to deliver the CITB Specialist Upskilling Project (SUP) — a programme designed to help members’ existing workforces

Introducing the New WOMA Subcommittees at the NAS and the IOC
We’re pleased to announce the launch of four new subcommittees under the Wood Occupations & Materials Alliance (WOMA) banner, a joint initiative between the National

Welcoming New Member: Lumen Fit-Out
We are delighted to welcome Lumen Fit-Out to the National Association of Shopfitters! Lumen Fit-Out is a specialist electrical contractor delivering projects across the hospitality,

New Fitout Opportunity: Charity Clubhouse — St Albans
We’ve been approached by an athletics track charity based in St Albans, who are seeking an experienced fit-out contractor to convert a second-hand unit —

NAS and IOC Receive Ministerial Recognition for Apprenticeship Reform Contribution
The National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) and the Institute of Carpenters (IOC) have received a letter from the Right Honourable Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister

Welcoming New Member: Arcadian Industries
We are delighted to welcome Arcadian Industries to the National Association of Shopfitters! Arcadian Industries is a UK-based manufacturer and turnkey fit-out specialist, providing bespoke

New Fitout Opportunity: Temporary Sushi Kiosk — North London
We’ve been approached by the client team behind a new food concession in North London, who are seeking an experienced fit-out contractor to build a

New Fitout Opportunity: Dental Practice Nationwide Rollout
We’ve been approached by the facilities team at one of the UK’s largest dental practice groups, who are seeking to identify a reliable shopfitting and