News & Thoughts

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

Payment Applications: 5 Top Tips from your Construction Solicitors
It’s hard to think of anything more important for a business than getting paid on time and in full. Readers will be all too familiar

New SICCS Card Launch: Shopfitting Commercial Signage Installer – Provisional
New SICCS Card Launch: Shopfitting Commercial Signage Installer – Provisional We’re pleased to announce the launch of the new SICCS Commercial Signage Installer – Provisional

Upcoming Webinar: Clause and Effect – Spotting the Hidden Traps in Construction Contracts
We’re pleased to share details of a free webinar that may be of real value to NAS members. 📅 Date: Tuesday 19 November 2025🕓 Time:

CITB Launches New Online Customer Portal
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched a new online customer portal, marking the first phase of a modernised digital system designed to make

Building Confidence, Connection and Craft
Building Confidence, Connection and Craft: Why mentoring matters more than ever This National Mentoring Day, the Institute of Carpenters (IOC) and National Association of Shopfitters