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Panasonic heat pumps have been installed into 33, two, three and four-bedroom new build homes as part of a “Homes England” research project to provide innovative zero carbon ready homes. Gedling Green, a regenerative housing project in Nottinghamshire has been developed on an old coal mining colliery site by open-market affordable housing developers, Keepmoat Homes. …
Sutton Council will benefit from new EV charging points following completion of a UK Power Networks Services project. A total of 13 new rapid and ultra-fast charging points are energised and ready to use for the council’s electrified fleet operating out of Gibson Road at the Civic Centre offices in Sutton. The completion marks the …
There are now only 2 days left to enter The Electrical Industry Awards 2025 – closing date 31st July The Electrical Industry Awards – running for 33 years – showcases the achievements of organisations and individuals within the electrical industry. Becoming a finalist is a great way to boost morale and gain the recognition that …
Arctic Hayes, the UK’s leading supplier of specialist heating and plumbing consumables and tools has launched its most advanced product catalogue yet, plus a fully interactive digital edition for 2025, designed to better support installers and merchant partners. Far more than a traditional product list, the new catalogue reflects a significant leap forward in how …
There are now only 4 days left to enter The Electrical Industry Awards 2025 – closing date 31st July The Electrical Industry Awards – running for 33 years – showcases the achievements of organisations and individuals within the electrical industry. Becoming a finalist is a great way to boost morale and gain the recognition that …
Counterfeit ATEX-certified equipment is flooding industrial supply chains, putting workers and businesses at serious risk of explosions, injuries — and even death. ATEX certification is essential for explosive environments in Europe, but it is only valid if verified through official channels. Terry McDonald, Technical Sales Manager at Thorne & Derrick International says businesses should take …
Samaritans offer emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, to anyone who is in distress, lonely, struggling to cope, or feeling suicidal. To show our support, NAPIT has been fundraising for the charity throughout this year, as well as marking Samaritans Awareness Day on July 24. To mark …
NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification and training body for the electrical industry, is offering a 10% discount on all virtual and e-learning training courses from now until the end of September. Designed to support professionals at every stage of their careers, NICEIC’s flexible learning options make it easier than ever to upskill around busy work and life …
JTL, a leading training provider for electrical and plumbing apprenticeships across England and Wales, is pleased to invite local employers and prospective apprentices to its upcoming Open Day at the JTL Birmingham Training Centre. The event forms part of JTL’s new nationwide apprentice recruitment campaign, ‘Powering Apprenticeships. Fuelling Your Career’, which aims to encourage school …
Werner, the world’s leading manufacturer of ladders and access equipment, is calling on employers to bolster safety measures at work after new figures revealed 124 people were killed in workplace incidents during 2024/25. Of those, 35 resulted from a fall at height – accounting for more than a quarter of all worker deaths. “Whilst this …
The final electrical substation for Dogger Bank C has been floated out to sea for installation, marking a major milestone in ABB‘s electrical infrastructure delivery for the world’s largest offshore wind farm, which is supporting efforts to decarbonize the UK grid. Located over 130 km off the coast of Yorkshire in the UK, the three-phase …
Leading LED lighting solutions provider LITE is celebrating a major milestone: its team has now amassed over 350 years of combined experience in the industry. This exceptional depth of expertise is central to LITE’s continued success. It enables the company to deliver bold, imaginative, and technically complex lighting projects across the globe – from festive …
On July 4th, nearly 200 tradeswomen gathered in Camden for WIT 2025 (Women Installers Together) — the UK’s only event run by tradeswomen, for tradeswomen. Now an annual highlight in the industry calendar, WIT brings together women from across the skilled trades, supported entirely by our fantastic sponsors. The feedback is in — and aside from a few …
Baxi has re-enforced its commitment to the next generation of HVAC engineers with a 4-year principal Sponsorship of World Skills UK. The announcement comes on the heels of World Youth Skills Day on 15th July, and builds on Baxi’s existing partnership with not-for-profit organisation Primary Engineer to bring STEM into the classroom and inspire the …
The UK’s new scheme to mandate rooftop solar panels on new homes is a positive development for net zero, but without proper grid monitoring, modelling and investment, it risks technical issues and hampers fair access to clean energy. The Government’s plans to mandate rooftop solar panels for all new-build homes under the upcoming Future Homes …
Signify’s connected sports floodlighting meets the highest quality FIFA standards This recognises Signify as an industry leader in relation to the technical standards for floodlights Signify floodlighting optimizes player, fan, broadcasting and viewer experience at matches and tournaments Signify , the world leader in lighting has been selected as Preferred Provider for floodlights by the …
Leading Awarding Organisation, LCL Awards, has launched a new qualification designed to provide experienced domestic electricians with a clear and credible pathway to formal recognition, including ‘Gold Card’ status and entry onto a relevant Competent Persons Scheme (CPS). The Level 3 Award in Electrotechnical Work in Dwellings Experienced Worker Qualification (DEWQ) will shortly be available …
To help installers adapt to evolving regulations and energy efficiency standards in the UK heating market, Baxi is promoting BPEC’s low temperature heating course. Available now, the course aims to give heating engineers the knowledge needed to work successfully with low-temperature heating systems – an increasingly important capability for installers. Government backing for low-temperature technologies …
Domestic Electricians who have qualified via the Domestic Electrician apprenticeship or Experienced Worker Assessment will soon have a new training route to broaden their skillset and become recognised as an Installation/Maintenance Electrician. The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) is currently working with awarding organisations and NET on a process that will involve Domestic Electricians completing a …
Online searches for heat pump engineer roles have risen 29 per cent in the last year, with thermal insulation engineers up 28 per cent Heat pump installations in UK homes have surged 145 per cent since 2020, driving demand for specialist installers Solar panel coverage has increased by 129 per cent since 2021, creating more …
The electrical industry faces a critical skills shortage, with thousands of positions remaining unfilled across the UK. But for every challenge, there are individuals ready to step up and power the future. Carhartt’s NexGen Ambassador campaign wanted to identify two exceptional young electricians who embody the determination, skill and work ethic that defines the trades …
Leading British ventilation manufacturer has welcomed the Government’s recent publication of ‘Awaab’s Law: Draft guidance for social landlords’, following Awaab’s Law being laid out in front of Parliament on 25 June 2025. With phase 1 of the law set to take effect on 27 October 2025, the draft guidance marks a critical step in helping …
Solar panels soak up the sun and power thousands of homes, but the scale of the energy they produce has remained hidden behind customers’ smart meters. Now, UK Power Networks is using AI to shine a light on the scale of clean energy generated, for the first time. Every day thousands of homes and businesses …
LiGHT 25 – the UK’s only trade show dedicated to high-end lighting specification, returns to the Business Design Centre, Islington, London on the 19th and 20th of November 2025, promising its biggest and most inspiring edition yet. Following a record-breaking 2024 event that welcomed over 5,500 visitors, this year’s show continues to evolve with a …