Electrical Times UK

Brits across the nation have been left wonder(wall)ing why the Gallagher brothers appear to have stepped away from the limelight of their upcoming tour to reprise their former jobs as tradespeople. In the early days, the famous pair were set to follow in their father’s footsteps and become tradespeople before their band took off. Now, …

The myenergi zappi has taken home gold as ‘best home charger’ at the 2025 Drivers Choice Awards. Based on real-world feedback from more than 225,000 car owners, zappi was recognised for its unmatched performance and reliability. With driver feedback submitted through an online survey, respondents were asked to assess their chargers across 16 criteria, including …

Richard Derrick & Morgan Gent Leading international distributor of power systems, hazardous area equipment, and process heating solutions, Thorne & Derrick International, is marking its 40th anniversary this year by celebrating the role that apprenticeships have played in shaping the company’s success. Since its founding in 1985, Thorne & Derrick International has grown from a …

Like & share this news article: News   Posted by: electime      1st July 2025 The Electrical Safety Roundtable has launched new guidance on how to find a Competent & Qualified Person for Landlord Electrical Safety Checks. The guidance, published on June 30, is a checklist that aims to support landlords in finding a competent …

F.E.S. (EX) Ltd’s senior leadership team, from left, James Ward, managing director; Geoff Fulcher, chair; Elle Fulcher-Fenty, commercial director and Martin Jackson, finance director. Specialist industrial services provider F.E.S. (EX) Ltd is celebrating 20 years in business as it continues to build its ever-expanding team to shape up for an even stronger future. The hazardous …

New signatory Jackson Carlaw with Mike Stark and Yvonne Wilson at the conference Ten more politicians have backed the campaign for regulation of the electrotechnical industry being spearheaded by Scotland’s largest construction trade association, SELECT. MP Harriet Cross and former party leader Jackson Carlaw are among the Scottish Conservatives who have added their names to …

Heatforce customer, Alistair Preece, has seen his energy bills drop by over 60% since installing solar panels in the first eleven months on his home in north Cardiff. Solar panels are not just great for the pennies, but are also great for doing your bit for the environment too. “How to save money on bills” …

Dr. Mandy Crawford-Lee, chief executive for UVAC New research today reveals that the government’s decision to cut levy funding of Level 7 apprenticeships for apprentices aged over 21 from January next year will cost UK employers – many from the engineering sector – around £214m* in additional training costs. With 89 percent** of Level 7 …

David left and Ian Stewart right From making tin pails and milk churns to installing cutting edge renewable technology, a venerable Scottish family firm is celebrating an incredible 139-year journey during which it has met and exceeded all the challenges thrown at it. Established in 1886 – the year the Statue of Liberty was dedicated …

Jon Harris, Branch Manager of Selco, Chris Dunn, Deputy Manager of Selco with Sharon Russell & Barbara Czoch of the Community interest Company at North End Farm. A community interest company in Dorset that gives young people and women the chance to learn DIY skills has received a donation of toolkits from a leading builders …

Picture shows left to right: Luke Foster, Environmental Technology Lecturer at Telford College with Neil McManus, Technical Engagement Engineer, Scolmore Group. Scolmore Group, a leading provider of wiring accessories, circuit protection, lighting, fire and security solutions and cable accessory products is proud to announce the donation of a range of electrical accessory products to Telford …

ECA (Electrical Contractors’ Association) has welcomed the Government’s new Construction Skills Mission Board, membership of which was announced today. Mark Lawrence, CEO of leading ECA Member T Clarke, is on the Board, representing building services (i.e., mechanical, electrotechnical, plumbing and related specialisms).  Both ECA and EBSSA (the Engineering & Building Skills Authority) have been appointed to …

As cable thefts from electric vehicle charging sites surge across the UK, InstaVolt has joined the National Infrastructure Crime Reduction Partnership (NICRP) in a move its CEO says highlights the need for tougher sentencing and greater protection of critical infrastructure. A strategic initiative bringing together industry leaders and law enforcement, the NICRP is a united …

Following the recent announcement that the Fully Charged Show will be launching Zapheap, a bold new pilot, comes the exciting announcement that British YouTuber, engineer, and inventor Colin Furze will join original Scrapheap Challenge host Robert Llewellyn as co-host of the series. Zapheap will bring back the spirit of inventive competition with a powerful modern twist: electric innovation. In …

The Government has  published its Industrial Strategy. The white paper, which follows a green paper published last Autumn, sets out a 10-year plan to stimulate investment and activity across 8 sectors (‘IS-8’) deemed to have the highest growth potential. These are: Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Energy Industries, Creative Industries, Defence, Digital and Technologies, Financial Services, Life …

Over 17,000 tools were stolen across England in 2024.  Police forces across England have shared tool theft data in a Freedom of Information (FOI) request analysed by van insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk. The responses reveal 8,694 tools were reported stolen in 2024, with an additional 8,670 stolen from vehicles specifically. The FOI request was issued to …

Thorlux is warning that more than 2,000 premises a year are breaching fire regulations following an analysis of data from the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC). The lighting firm revealed the figure as it unveiled a new generation of its industry leading Firefly emergency lighting product, designed to ensure facilities managers are never left in …

UK Power Networks is adopting new technology for overhead line reinforcement, enhancing the resilience of its electricity networks across the South East, and East of England. In a UK-first, the electricity firm is investing in innovative pole-support technology  bring security and resilience to existing overhead power lines. The new steel support trusses are driven six …

BEAMA – the trade association representing manufacturers of electrical products spearheading the drive to electrification – a sector valued at £14bn – is calling upon the UK Government to work with manufacturers and the wider supply chain to grow the UK market to deliver more joined up strategy for decarbonising UK energy, heating and transport …

In response to overwhelmingly positive feedback from drivers, leading EV charging network InstaVolt is expanding the Summer Special tariff to its Syon Park charging hub in West London. EV drivers can now benefit from reduced charging costs at one of the capital’s most accessible and scenic charging locations, with new summer rates available 24/7 until …

On 9 June, Melanie Onn, Labour MP for Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes, visited myenergi’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to experience the company’s pioneering production operations. A global leader in the design and manufacture of home energy technologies, myenergi’s ultramodern site is responsible for the design, development and production of leading smart devices to support consumers with …

A bricklaying student at North Kent College is building strong foundations for her future by combining studying at the College with working on a major housing development in Ebbsfleet. Mollie Thomas splits her time between the College’s Gravesend campus and Bellway’s Harbour Village, where 500 homes are being built. Coming from a family with a …

Baxi is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Baton of Hope, becoming the first company in the heating sector to sign the suicide prevention charity’s workplace pledge. By standing up to suicide in this way, Baxi commits to removing and eradicating the stigma around mental health in the workplace. This includes increasing awareness …