We want to update you on the status of the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993, following a recent consultation by UK government. The Consultation In May 2024, the government launched a consultation about the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations…

Did you know? NELS have proudly been working with Miele Professional over 40 years. The collaboration began when McQuilkin's (NELS's sister company in Scotland) former Managing Director, Gordon McQuilkin, sought to expand the business. At an exhibition, he was introduced…

Skills development in Teesside has received a £478,000 funding boost from the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) amid growing demand for workers in the region. The funding, part of the industry-led skills body’s investment in Regional Skills Hubs, will…

We want to update you on two important cybersecurity laws affecting manufacturers of products that incorporate digital elements. EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) The CRA aims to enhance cybersecurity across the EU by imposing stricter obligations on manufacturers to ensure…

Specialist engineering recruitment and contracting business the NRL Group are delighted to have been recognised on the 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces™ List, following outstanding colleague feedback. Entering the medium organisations category, the award follows an initiative last year to anonymously…

One of the world’s leading suppliers of collagen casings for food, used by its customers in the production of a wide variety of sausages and other meat products, is investing £50m in a new manufacturing plant in Nantong, near Shanghai,…

iCOR has been shortlisted for the IIRSM 2025 Research Project of the Year award, recognising its innovative approach to simplifying UK environmental legislation compliance. Designed to help organisations navigate complex regulations efficiently, iCOR is a digital audit solution that transforms…

Technical and engineering recruitment specialists NRL are celebrating a significant move up Recruiter’s HOT 100 2024 listing, as they reach position 15. The report, released in March 2025, analyses the performance of recruitment companies operating across a wide range of…

Continuous Professional Development (CPD): The Key to Industry Growth In a fast-moving world, staying ahead means staying informed. Industries are evolving, regulations are tightening, and businesses must keep up with new technologies and best practices. 📊 Why CPD matters: ✅…