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NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification and training body for the electrical industry, welcomes today’s publication of BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and British Standards Institution (BSI). In response, NICEIC has outlined a comprehensive package of support and resources, available now, to help electrical contractors understand the changes. Amendment 4 can …

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) together with the British Standards Institution (BSI) have today released Amendment 4 (2026) to the standard Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018) (18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations), marking the latest update to the UK’s national standard for electrical installation safety. This new amendment reflects the fast-paced evolution of technologies across the sector and introduces substantial changes in areas including stationary secondary batteries, medical locations and Power over …

Managing Director Ben Ritherdon   Leading British manufacturer Ritherdon & Co are launching their newest range of fireproof products, at the premier fire protection industry exhibition. Lancashire headquartered Ritherdon, known for their high-quality electrical enclosures and engineering solutions, will be exhibiting for the first time at The Fire Safety Event, showcasing their growing fire safety …

Supply chains are increasingly taking their duty of care for public safety seriously in the interests of protecting people across multiple sectors, according to growing fire safety body Fire Aware. The fire safety organisation is seeing a behavioural change as a wide range of companies large and small start to adopt rigorous processes to ensure …

OMRON Electronic Components Europe is scaling product carbon footprint (PCF) reporting across its portfolio, including popular relay and switch lines. The data helps customers strengthen their supply-chain auditing and prepare for forthcoming EU Digital Product Passports. PCF data is available for a growing number of products, including the G9KB, G6DN, and G9KC relays, and B3SL …

Sotiris Georgiopoulos aiming for the record books at the London Marathon Electricity staff from UK Power Networks are powering up their training for the London Marathon – with one of the company directors aiming to run into the world record books! Sotiris Georgiopoulos, who is an experienced marathon runner, is planning to tackle the 26 …

A free pop-up event for tradespeople will open at Cardiff’s Par 59, for one day only on 30th April. The ‘Advice on Tap’ event, hosted by job management software, Powered Now, promises to bring together tradespeople from across the city. The first-of-its-kind event is designed to create a community for tradespeople, including electricians, who often …

Lighting is one of the fastest ways to reduce energy use and carbon emissions, but only data-driven, connected solutions deliver long-term results. As the UK government announces a £1bn investment in NHS decarbonisation, it is clear that energy-efficient, connected lighting is no longer a “nice-to-have” feature; it has become a strategic, measurable part of net …

After 14 years of service, Sweden’s first designed power line pole has been revived with new fixtures from Lumenpulse and lighting controls from Pharos Architectural Controls. Located in Brattland, just outside Åre, the power line pole stands 32 metres high and is a pioneering combination of art and engineering. With the Åreskutan mountains in the background, it has become something of a landmark for those travelling from Östersund. Stockholm Lighting …

Schneider Electric has launched ‘Score to Win 26’, a UK-wide football -themed competition designed to engage electricians and contractors through interactive gameplay and prizes. Designed as a fast-paced online penalty shootout, Score to Win 26 challenges players to take on a virtual goalkeeper and rack up points based on shot speed, accuracy, and placement. Scores …

Scolmore Group has kicked off a major World Cup‑themed promotion designed to reward electricians and installers during one of the biggest sporting moments of the year. The campaign – aptly titled “It’s Coming Gnome” – brings a playful twist to tournament season, putting installers at the centre of the action with weekly giveaways and two …

CU Phosco has become a Corporate Member of Cambridge Wireless, joining the leading UK community for organisations involved in the research, development and application of wireless, mobile, internet, semiconductor and software technologies. Cambridge Wireless is a not-for-profit organisation owned by its members, with a governing board elected by the membership. Its community brings together more …