National Association of Jewellers
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) is a key body supporting the UK jewellery trade, offering guidance, training, and advocacy for retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers. For jewellery professionals, staying informed on NAJ initiatives helps navigate industry standards, ethical practices, and commercial challenges. Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage on the NAJ’s activities, including policy updates, member news, events, and its role in shaping a responsible and thriving jewellery sector.
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Oct- 2025 -29 OctoberDesigners
Blackacre launches first major collection
British fine jeweller Blackacre has unveiled its first major collection, marking a shift from bespoke-only designs to limited editions inspired by the company’s recent expedition to Colombia. The Origins Collection, released in October, reflects the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing and transparency, with each piece linked to a documented journey…
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24 OctoberE-Commerce
The Diamond Store achieves Butterfly Mark certification
The Diamond Store has been awarded the Butterfly Mark by sustainability certification body Positive Luxury, recognising its performance across environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. The independent assessment measured the company’s impact on climate, nature, water, and its treatment of workers and communities. The Diamond Store achieved scores of 59%…
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8 OctoberManufacturers
Council criticised over Birmingham Jewellery Quarter workshops sale
Birmingham City Council is facing criticism after placing a row of historic workshops on Vyse Street in the Jewellery Quarter up for sale without prior consultation with tenants, local businesses, or trade groups. The move comes less than two weeks after the Quarter was awarded World Craft City status, the…
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Aug- 2025 -7 AugustRetailers
UKJSAC welcomes gov business plan but calls for further support
The UK Jewellery, Silverware and Allied Crafts (UKJSAC) Roundtable Group has welcomed the government’s new Backing Your Business plan, while urging further measures to support creative and craft-led microbusinesses. The plan, aimed at strengthening the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) landscape, includes reforms to licensing, permanent business rate reductions for…
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5 AugustManufacturers
Gary Williams stands down as Mastermelt GM
Precious metal recycling company Mastermelt has announced that Gary Williams is set to step down after nearly 15 years as general manager. Williams, who is a trustee of the Silversmiths and Jewellers Charity and president of the National Association of Jewellers, will now be focusing on new Mastermelt initiatives and…
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Jul- 2025 -24 JulyRetailers
Lily Gabriella joins UK jewellery trade body with NAJ accreditation
London-based jeweller Lily Gabriella Fine Jewellery has secured accreditation from the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ), the UK’s trade body for ethical and quality standards in the industry. The company has also joined the NAJ’s Created in the UK scheme, which recognises jewellers committed to British design and craftsmanship. Founder…
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Jun- 2025 -23 JuneTrade Organisations
NAJ joins Creative UK to champion jewellery industry
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has joined Creative UK in a bid to raise the profile of jewellery, silverware and allied trades within the creative industries. The move comes after the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) recognised the jewellery sector’s contribution to the UK creative economy last…
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17 JuneAppointments
NAJ appoints Gary Williams as president
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has appointed Gary Williams, managing director of Mastermelt, as president for the 2025–2027 term following its annual general meeting in Birmingham. He succeeds Gary Wroe, who has stepped down after holding senior leadership roles including chair and president. Wroe has been co-opted back onto…
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3 JuneCrime
UK Protection joins SaferGems as affiliate sponsor
SaferGems, a UK-wide initiative combating crime in the jewellery, pawnbroking, arts and antiques industry, has appointed security specialists of UK Protection Ltd as an affiliate sponsor in a two-year deal. The initiative is founded and funded by the National Association of Jewellers and TH March and hosted by the British…
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Mar- 2025 -10 MarchAppointments
British Hallmarking Council appoints three new members
The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has appointed Kerry Gregory, Sally Leonard and Frederick Toye as the three new members to the British Hallmarking Council from January 2025 for a period of three years. They will work with the chair Noel Hunter, OBE and existing members of council…
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