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As part of the latest initiative to align with emerging safety standards and workforce needs, CSCS has announced that, starting 1st February 2025, the first Labourer card issued to an individual will only be valid for two years. What Does This Mean for New Labourer Card Holders and the SICCS scheme? For those applying for …

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As you may know, the New Hospital Programme (NHP) represents the largest hospital building initiative in a generation, set to deliver state-of-the-art facilities for NHS patients and staff across England. On Monday, 20 January, the Rt Hon Wes Streeting MP, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, addressed the House of Commons with an …

Building the Future: Opportunities for Businesses in the New Hospital Programme Read More »

The NAS is committed to representing its members effectively during the CITB 2026 Levy Order process. To ensure that our Members’ views are considered, the NAS has outlined a comprehensive plan to brief eligible Members, gather feedback, and respond to CITB by the required deadline. The NAS Consensus end to end process will be directed …

NAS CITB Consensus: Ensuring Member Voices Are Heard Read More »

If you’ve learnt anything from the past few years, it’s how important it is to stay on top of your HR and Health & Safety. As we embrace the New Year, now is the perfect time to review your compliance. With our Associate Member Citation’s HR and Health & Safety compliance checklist you’ll get actionable …

HR & Health & Safety Advice from NAS Associate Member Citation Read More »

Mark your calendars for 14 May 2025. The NAS & IOC Members Day is set to take place, and this year’s theme is at the forefront of the construction and interiors sector: The Competency Framework. Why Attend? This free event is more than just an update, it’s an opportunity for NAS and IOC members to come …

NAS & IOC Members Day 2025: Building Competence, Together Read More »

The NAS is delighted to welcome Satellite Finance as one of our newest Associate Members. As a financial broker with over a decade of experience, Satellite Finance is committed to providing businesses with tailored finance solutions. There’s no “one size fits all” approach here. They have a track record of helping more than 4,500 customers …

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We’re excited to welcome Retail Furniture Ltd as an Associate Member of the NAS. With over two decades of experience, Retail Furniture Ltd has become a trusted name in the shopfitting and fit-out sectors, supplying top-quality volume and bespoke joinery solutions. A Legacy of Craftsmanship and Innovation Founded in 2002 by two skilled joiners with …

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The NAS is immensely proud to share the news of Ahmed Shakir’s inspiring journey from joinery apprentice to national competitor.  Ahmed, a Level 2 Joinery Apprentice at Bradford College, will represent his craft at the prestigious SkillBuild National Final this November. This is a fantastic achievement, and demonstrates his hard work and passion for joinery. …

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The NAS is pleased to hear the news that Chris Preece has been appointed Managing Director of Barnwood’s Shopfitting & Interiors Division. Having joined the Barnwood team over ten years ago as a Contracts Manager, Chris has played a pivotal role in the division’s success, contributing to its growth through extensive experience and leadership. His …

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