News & Thoughts
The Good Work Plan: What NAS Members need to know
In response to the challenges caused by the huge growth in the use of casual working and self-employed arrangements, the Government is currently rolling out
NAS President Marc Allen: Apprentice to Director
Marc Allen Current NAS President and Director of Tekne Shopfitting Ltd, Dorset Age 37 Despite being one of the most accessible and efficient ways to
Changing the culture around mental health
Mental ill health costs UK employers an estimated £33-42 billion per year each year due to stress, anxiety and depression with over £99 billion lost
My first five months as Training Manager
It has been a busy, but enjoyable, five months for me here in my role as Training Manager at the NAS. It has been my
Apprenticeships are a vital part of the skills gap solution
The NAS and its Members were represented this week by our Training Manager, Lorraine Shepherd, at the Cross-Industry Construction Apprenticeship Taskforce (CCATF) Meeting/Seminar held at
What is the difference between the Government Apprenticeship Levy and the CITB Levy?
During our Training Managers’ visits to Members, the following question has been asked: “What is the difference between the Government Apprenticeship Levy and the CITB Levy?”
£100,000 target for charity exceeded by NAS Members
Last Thursday 24 October the NAS celebrated its centenary in style with a Charity Fundraiser at County Hall, London. The 1920s Art Deco themed
World Mental Health Day
Mental Health is just as important as physical health. Ahead of World Mental Health Day, the NAS: has signed the Building Mental Health charter, making a commitment to
Medium-sized Business Fund Pilot
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is planning a small-scale pilot for Medium-sized employers – i.e. those with between 100 and 250 employees. If selected
