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 NAJโs activities, including policy updates, member news, events, and its role in shaping a responsible and thriving jewellery sector.
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Apr- 2020 -28 AprilCoronavirus
IJL extends deadline for KickStart applications
The IJL has announced that its deadline for online applications for the IJL KickStart mentorship competition has now been extended to 1 June in light of the ongoing pandemic.ย Andy Ventris, IJL show director, said: โExtending the deadline is to ensure that we are giving all designers who wish to…
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17 AprilNews
Former NAJ CEO Michael Hoare passes away
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced that the former chief executive of the association, Michael Hoare, has died. President of the NAJ, David Doyle, delivered the news โwith a heavy heartโ and said that Hoare was known to many from serving in the NAJ (formerly the National Association…
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15 AprilCoronavirus
National Association of Jewellers furloughs CEO
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has furloughed its CEO Simon Forrester as a โtemporary measureโ in response to pandemic. A statement issued by the NAJ read: โAs all are acutely aware we are in unprecedented times, and uncharted waters lie ahead. The government have made it clear that we…
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Mar- 2020 -31 MarchEvents
IJL launches 2020 KickStart initiative
The IJL has announced the launch of its eleventh annual IJL KickStart competition. Applications for the competition, which is open to UK-based jewellery designers, have now launched online, and contestants are now asked to pitch for a place on the mentorship programme. Ten designers will win the competition, and then…
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17 MarchEconomy
NAJ asks for โurgent actionโ amid Covid-19 crisis
The UK jewellery industry has urged the government to take โurgent actionโ as the coronavirus crisis unfolds. The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has today sent an open letter to PM Boris Johnson calling for โfurther clarity and supportโ on key issues that may affect the industry amid the outbreak.ย …
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Nov- 2019 -14 NovemberDesigners
Lebrusan Studio to offer recycled diamonds across its collections
Sustainable jewellery brand Lebrusan Studio has announced it will now offer recycled diamonds across its collections. The ethical jewellers said the offering forms โa conscious movementโ towards greater use of recycled materials, as well as an โoverall realignment and focusingโ of their brand. The vintage diamonds will date back more…
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Sep- 2019 -6 SeptemberTrade Organisations
NAJ launches new initiative to promote UK jewellery
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has launched its โlong-awaitedโ campaign to promote jewellery and allied products made in the UK. The scheme entitled โCreated in the UKโ champions British manufacturing, and is designed for both suppliers and retailers, whether NAJ members or not. Launched at the International Jewellery London…
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Aug- 2019 -30 AugustEconomy
Jewellery sector forecast to reach ยฃ5.9bn in sales in 2019
The jewellery and watch industry is anticipated to rise to ยฃ5.9bn in 2019, according to new research from Mintel. According to Mintelโs upcoming Jewellery and Watches Retailing UK 2019 report, demand for jewellery and watches in the UK has remained โrobustโ, with sales reaching ยฃ5.7bn in 2018, up 2.9% from…
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Aug- 2018 -3 AugustAppointments
NAJ appoints Marie Garnett as new head of education
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has appointed Marie Garnett as head of education, bringing with her a wealth of experience gained over 25 years as an โeducational developerโ. Primarily in the higher education sector, she has worked at universities on the development and provision of training portfolios for staff…
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Jun- 2018 -15 JuneTrade Organisations
NAJ announces plan to โfuture-proofโ the company
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has revealed its intent to future-proof the association through the launch of a new website. The mobile-first website will engage consumers and enables members to find solutions using interactive forums, live chat and online toolkits and tutorials. The first phase of the site will…
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