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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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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Dec- 2024 -4 DecemberTrade Organisations
NAJ appoints new vice chair
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the appointment of Mehdi Saadian, director of the GIA London campus, as the new vice chair of the NAJ. Saadian is an active member of the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV) and the Academy of Experts. He has played a significant role…
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Nov- 2024 -29 NovemberTrade Organisations
UKJSAC advises on governmentโs Industrial Strategy Consultation
The UK Jewellery, Silverware, and Allied Crafts (UKJSAC) Roundtable has shared its insights with the Department for Business and Trade as part of the government’s consultation on its Industrial Strategy Green Paper, unveiled in September. This submission highlighted the jewellery sector’s vital role in driving both economic growth and social…
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Jul- 2024 -29 JulyTrade Organisations
UK Jewellery, Silverware and Allied Crafts industry welcomes new secretary and minister of state
The UK Jewellery, Silverware and Allied Crafts industry has welcomed the appointment of Lisa Nandy MP and Sir Chris Bryant MP as new secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport and minister of State (DCMS), respectively. In letters to both ministers, the industry-wide group expressed its desire to continue…
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22 JulyTrade Organisations
The NAJ co-opts two new members to its national committee
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the co-option of Kerry Saunders, operations director at Domino Jewellery, and Neil Ventura, CEO of Ventura Fine Jewellery, to its national committee board. Saunders comes with over 25 years of extensive experience in manufacturing, and throughout her career, she has honed her…
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3 JulyProduct Launches
Instappraise launches in the UK
Instappraise has announced its official launch in the UK market by sponsoring National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) Summit. The company enables jewellers and appraisers to create comprehensive and professional watch and jewellery valuations in minutes. The technology aims to help appraisers create, manage, and maintain their appraisal reports. As part…
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Jun- 2024 -20 JuneTrade Organisations
BATF and NAJ unveil executive appointments following AGMs
The British Allied Trades Federation (BATF) and the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) have appointed a new CEO, president, chair, board directors and National Committee members across both organisations.ย During their annual general meetings which took place on 6 June 2024, at the Tower of London, professionals representing all the…
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10 JuneTrade Organisations
The NAJ makes two new appointments to its team
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has appointed Paul Smith as its new membership manager and Matthew Hamilton as commercial manager. In his new role Smith will help drive member journeys and continue to โrefineโ the benefits and services available to the membership. Smith previously worked as the commercial manager…
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Apr- 2024 -23 AprilTrade Organisations
The NAJ launches Codes of Practice for whole UK industry
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced that its Codes of Practice are now available to all jewellery businesses in the UK, irrespective of whether they are a member of the association or not. In 2022, the NAJ launched its strategy centred around compliance, profitability, and responsibility. This strategy…
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4 AprilTrade Organisations
BATF and NAJ announce date for 2024 AGMs
The British Allied Trades Federation (BATF) and the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) have announced they will host their respective AGMs on 6 June 2024. The events will be held at the Tower of London and followed by a celebratory Benevolent Society dinner and private tour of the British Crown…
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