Trade Organisations

Plans submitted for new Birmingham Assay Office project

The Birmingham Assay Office has announced it has submitted a planning application to create a new bespoke building in the…

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CMJ conference generosity benefits children’s cancer charity

Stratford-upon-Avon-based charity ‘Cyclists Fighting Cancer’ was the beneficiary of an overwhelming display of generosity at the Company of Master Jewellers’…

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CEO of Birmingham Assay Office completes 50 mile charity bike ride

Assay master Michael Allchin recently raised more than £4,000 for charity, undertaking a 50-mile sportive.

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Last chance to get Diamond Jubilee commemorative mark

Assay Office customers are advised that there are only five working days left to request the Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Hallmark.

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Sector workers called upon to help shape Fairtrade and Fairmined gold standard review

The Fairtrade Foundation and its partner the Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) are to review the standards which govern the…

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NAG to launch retail apprenticeship scheme

The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) is working with Skillsmart Retail to launch an apprenticeship scheme within the sector.

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BJA Diamond Jubilee brooch competition finalists announced

The British Jewellery Association (BJA) has selected six finalists for its Diamond Jubilee brooch competition.

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RJC certifies four new members

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced that four of its members have achieved certification for meeting the criteria set…

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Holts Academy and the Prince’s Trust set youngsters on jewellery career path

Holts Academy of Jewellery and the Prince’s Trust’s partnership ‘Get into Jewellery’ programme has helped students set out on careers…

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New ‘Portas Pilots’ offered BRC support

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) is offering a practical support package to the latest wave of ‘Portas Pilots’.

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