Member Press Releases

NAJ Chair acknowledges membership standing tall

10 June 2021

In his report at the 2021 NAJ AGM, Chair Gary Wroe commented at how proud he was of the membership under the circumstances and obstacles put in place through Covid and Brexit, particularly. Opening his report, Gary said, Much h...

Video replay: The power of sentimental and mourning jewellery

04 June 2021

The May NAJ Live focused on conversations around sentimental jewellery, from the history of mourning jewellery, presented by Hayden Peters, to wedding rings, charm bracelets and various other sentimental pieces and motifs, discussed by Helen...

MasterPeace Academy – Class of 21 Graduation Exhibition Dinner

02 June 2021

On Friday 9th July, the MasterPeace Academy, Class of ’21 is holding a Graduation Exhibition Dinner, in conjunction with the BATF’s Benevolent Society. We invite you to join us there for this landmark occasion. View Event ...

Ethical jewellery expert Arabel Lebrusan shares thoughts on the ‘natural diamonds vs. lab-grown diamonds’ debate

27 May 2021

Arabel Lebrusan, Creative Director of the leading ethical jewellery brand Lebrusan Studio, has released an article detailing her view on the ‘natural diamonds vs. lab-grown diamonds’ debate. The piece emerges in the wake of Pan...

Businesses benefit from government Kickstart scheme with next BATF deadline looming

13 May 2021

Companies benefitting from the additional support of young individuals through the government’s Kickstart scheme have expressed their thanks to the organising team at BATF. The Kickstart Scheme is a fully funded&n...

Jewellery design winner Niav collects bespoke pendant from C.W. Sellors

27 April 2021

Image: Niav collecting her pendant from Rebecca Sellors, from CW Sellors . Jewellery design competition winner Niav Steaton was able to collect her lotus flower pendant from the Ashbourne based jeweller CW Sellors after lockdown restrictions...

Video replay: Advice on reopening retail stores from three industry leaders

01 April 2021

The March instalment of our monthly virtual event, NAJ Live, brought in focus the theme that’s on every jeweller’s mind, the reopening of non-essential retail. The well-attended event featured three presentations by Helen Dimm...

NAJ to host free ‘reopening’ leadership Masterclass for jewellery retail bosses

31 March 2021

Independent retail leaders are invited to attend a facilitated session that aims to give business leaders guidance on how they can reset their leadership compass to deal with changing expectations of their people and their customers.  ...

NAJ to deliver local jeweller campaign to consumers ahead of reopening

19 March 2021

The National Association of Jewellers has actioned a consumer campaign to stimulate a return to visit local jewellers in response to the easing of lockdown. Leading up to non-essential retail being able to reopen on Monday 12th April...

‘Pursuit Partnership Fund’ commits £125,000 to help UK jewellery retailers in 2021

08 March 2021

Independent retailers can secure up to 70% of the cost of Pursuit’s market-leading software solutions by applying online before May 31, 2021.  Leading EPoS software and solutions specialist, Pursuit, has committed to a £1...

Coronavirus Advice (part twelve) from NAJ

04 March 2021

As part of the Government’s March budget announcement Chancellor Rishi Sunak has outlined a new £65bn support package which includes an extension to the furlough scheme, continued business rates holiday and a new grant 'restart'...

NAJ member Lucy Quartermaine reports huge online sales success in 2020-21

04 March 2021

Designer silver brand Lucy Quartermaine reports amazing success for the final months of 2020 and the start of 2021. Founder and Designer, Lucy comments it was their "best few months on record!". The designer brand saw an 88% website...

Video replay: Intellectual Property rights post-Brexit and member benefits to help

03 March 2021

Our February NAJ Live virtual event brought in expert opinion on how Brexit impacted the Intellectual Property rights of UK businesses. The NAJ Live featured presentations by Stephen Welfare and Charlotte Ebbutt of Royds Withy King a...

Betts Group's sponsored jeweller KHIRY FINE lands on the cover of Time Magazine

02 March 2021

Betts Group is proud to sponsor new fine jewellery collection, KHIRY FINE launching exclusively at NET-A-PORTER. The UK’s oldest surviving precious metal refining and dealing business has given its backing to Jameel Mohammed, an exc...

Government plans announced as jewellers learn when they can reopen

24 February 2021

Addressing the nation on Monday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke of a four-stage plan for easing England out of lockdown, that includes jewellery retailers reopening alongside public buildings, outdoor settings and other retailers on 12th...

First speakers announced for the Valuers’ Conference at the NAJ Summit

19 February 2021

The Institute of Registered Valuers has announced the first confirmed speakers for its 2021 Valuer’s Conference taking place on 11th, 12th and 13th of September. Jack Ogden, Sandra Cronan and Nicholas Wainwright will feature in...

Integrating science and digital technology to provide a joint solution for diamond traceability

17 February 2021

Over the last few decades, technological development has aided the expediency of diamond exploration and extraction, however, the uptake of technological innovation to verify diamond origin and value claims to stamp out the trade of conflict...

NAJ write to housing secretary opposing plans to extend permitted development rights

11 February 2021

The National Association of Jewellers has, alongside 26 other business organisations, written to The Rt. Hon. Robert Jenrick MP – Secretary of State for the Ministry of Housing,  against plans that could see town centre businesses...