News & Thoughts

State of the Trade Survey
Each quarter, the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) will survey our members to gauge the State of the Trade, using several measures including general perceptions, confirmed

The NAS is leaving Build UK
The Executive Council of the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) has voted to leave Build UK. The NAS joined Build UK in late 2019, with

e-Learning Package for the NAS Members
In March, the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) announced its five priorities. The first – and perhaps most important for the sector – is increasing

Design and Refit Opportunity in Leeds
The NAS has been approached by an investor looking to refit a large retail unit in Leeds with the planned completion date before Christmas 2022. The

Part Two – Taking a deeper dive in to the sector from a skills perspective
Last month we took at deep dive into the findings of the skills demand produced by the sector wide training needs analysis (TNA22) which covered:

Introdution to On Site Assessment and Training (OSAT)
On Site Assessment and Training (OSAT) is a method of qualifying construction operatives with a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) whilst they work on site. NEED

Insurance for Shopfitting and Fit-out from Darwin Clayton
Darwin Clayton are a multi-award winning specialist insurance broker, providing competitive and comprehensive insurance solutions to the shopfitting and fit-out sector. Darwin Clayon have been

NAS became Company Supporter of the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity
The National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) is delighted to announce that it is a Company Supporter of the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity. Our commitment to the

SSSTS (Site Supervisor) course with Hamilton Training
Are you considering, or do you already have, supervisory responsibilities? Book onto the upcoming Site Supervisor Course (SSSTS) provided by Hamilton Training and gain your