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Interiors Insight: LIVE – Sustainability, Innovation and Real-World Action at Workspace Design Show
This week FIS hosted Interiors Insight: LIVE at the Workspace Design Show in London, two days of packed sessions, lively debate and forward-thinking discussion focused firmly on the future of the finishes and interiors sector. With standing-room-only audiences across...
CITB funding crisis hits Employer Networks
Members will be aware of the recent changes to CITB funding arrangements for training and development across the sector. CITB has now provided a further update and clarification, specifically regarding funding for Employer Networks. Full details of the update,...
Celebrate Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026 with FIS
FIS is proud to be supporting Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026, taking place from 02–06 March, a national celebration recognising the value apprenticeships bring to individuals, businesses, and the wider economy. Apprenticeships continue to play a critical role...
The Skills Centre launches 4-Week Dry Lining Course
The Skills Centre have started to run 4-week Dry Lining courses at Build East, commencing Monday 2nd March. The programme is designed to provide participants with practical, hands-on training and develop the essential skills required to give them a grounding and start...
EU Formaldehyde Emission Limits – What FIS Members Should Know
FIS is highlighting an important regulatory development that may affect parts of the finishes and interiors supply chain. Information provided via the Construction Products Association (CPA) confirms that from 6 August 2026, new restrictions on formaldehyde emissions...
FIS Sustainability Leadership Group: What did you miss?
The FIS Sustainability Leadership Group met at the offices of Canary Wharf Group this week. This group was established to help reduce the impact of the sector and members on their own net zero journey. The meeting opened with a keynote from Canary Wharf Group's, a...
FIS and its members champion skills development during National Apprenticeship Week
FIS is proud to reaffirm its commitment to skills development, workforce sustainability, and career opportunities by actively supporting National Apprenticeship Week 2026. Throughout the week, FIS and its members showcased the vital role apprenticeships play in...
Earning, Learning, Progressing: Harrison’s Apprenticeship Journey
National Apprentice Week 2026: Case Study – DSP (Interiors) Ltd One of the biggest challenges facing our industry is the recruitment of young talent. We’re proud to share how apprenticeships are helping to develop skilled fitters and strengthen the future workforce....
Why Apprenticeships Work: A Real-World Story from Gypcraft
Employer’s perspective Ryan is one of our Level 2 Interior Systems Installer (Drylining) apprentices, currently working on a residential project in Tunbridge Wells. He joined Gypcraft in 2025 after completing a Skills Bootcamp in Interior Systems delivered by British...