Saturday 7th November 2026

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6th November 2026

Sparking curiosity: Daikin opens its doors to tomorrow’s green talent

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6th November 2026

Low-carbon heating: apprentices see a positive future despite political disagreement on net zero

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6th November 2026

EAS requirements are changing – is the electrical sector ready for them?

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28th October 2026

Safe isolation: keeping you and other workers safe

Electrical

Electrical

Electrical news, views, and product innovation...

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6th November 2026

Sparking curiosity: Daikin opens its doors to tomorrow’s green talent

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6th November 2026

EAS requirements are changing – is the electrical sector ready for them?

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28th October 2026

Safe isolation: keeping you and other workers safe

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28th October 2026

Over 100,000 job and training opportunities a year to give young people a route into Britain’s growth industries

Plumbing & Heating

Plumbing & Heating

Plumbing & heating news, views, and product innovation...

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6th November 2026

Sparking curiosity: Daikin opens its doors to tomorrow’s green talent

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6th November 2026

Low-carbon heating: apprentices see a positive future despite political disagreement on net zero

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28th October 2026

Over 100,000 job and training opportunities a year to give young people a route into Britain’s growth industries

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28th October 2026

Poor pump selection could be undermining household energy savings, Wilo warns

Features

Features

Feature articles and insights from across the electrical, plumbing, and heating sectors...

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20th October 2026

Upgraded Baxi heating and hot water system help make adapted homecoming possible

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2nd September 2026

Closing the skills gap: the value of apprenticeships

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2nd September 2026

Why apprenticeships must work for employers

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19th August 2026

Is a plumbing and heating career AI proof?

Learning Zone

Learning Zone

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28th October 2026

Introducing the new PNB earthing system

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28th October 2026

Safe isolation: keeping you and other workers safe

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30th September 2026

Knowledge check: gas

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30th September 2026

Knowledge check: plumbing

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22nd January 2026

NICEIC TechLive returns for 2026

Following the success of its inaugural TechLive event, NICEIC is delighted to announce the return of TechLive, with two new events for 2026. NICEIC’s TechLive events are the ultimate in-person CPD resource, enabling certified businesses to meet our expert technical team as well as peers and colleagues from across the industry, and have your questions answered […]

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22nd January 2026

FireAngel launches new Pro Installer Network

FireAngel has launched its new Pro Installer Network, elevating standards, expertise and installer success. Redefining compliance and installation confidence, UK electrical contractors that install and maintain Grade D fire alarms are able to join a register of professional organisations to unlock exclusive perks, training, support and opportunities as they continue to serve the sector to […]

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22nd January 2026

Schneider Electric UK&I launches monthly CPD training sessions

Schneider Electric has launched The Learning Loop, a monthly CPD-accredited online learning programme designed to support ongoing training, upskilling and professional development across the electrical industry in the UK and Ireland. The new programme will offer two sessions each month, combining a CPD-accredited technical webinar with a follow-on session exploring how those principles are applied to […]

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20th January 2026

Amendment 4 to BS 7671: EAL qualifications update

EAL qualifications and assessments are being reviewed to align with Amendment 4 (2026) to BS 7671:2018 IET Wiring Regulations, which will be published on 15 April 2026. This change impacts a range of qualifications as BS 7671 is assessed across several qualifications. How does this impact EAL’s provision?EAL will launch a replacement Level 3 Award in […]

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20th January 2026

Emergency lighting qualification recognised as CPD for electricians and fire technicians

The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has confirmed the recognition of the EAL Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems as an approved CPD qualification for electricians and fire & emergency systems (FESS) technicians.  The qualification supports competent, qualified operatives to deepen their technical understanding of emergency lighting systems in […]

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20th January 2026

Underpinning Knowledge tests approved as entry route to ECS Experienced Worker card

The ECS Steering Committee has approved the EAL Electrical Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Tests as an eligibility route for the Experienced Worker card for electricians with substantial industry experience.  This route, developed with input from The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP), is strictly limited to experienced operatives who can demonstrate breadth of practical work and meet […]

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19th January 2026

Daikin opens Manchester Training Academy

Daikin’s new Manchester training academy features a host of fresh resources to enable the training of new and experienced heat pump installers, along with the installation of renewables technology to support the drive towards net zero in the Manchester region and beyond. The academy’s new facilities feature three state-of-the-art training rooms equipped with the latest […]

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19th January 2026

Asbestos: what do I need to know?

Visit the Learning Zone to download our latest technical PDF, Asbestos: what do I need to know? Covering: Click here to access this document in the Learning Zone

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18th January 2026

What is the AM2 or AM2S?

At the end of your electrical apprenticeship you’ll need to take the AM2 or AM2S test before you can become fully qualified. The AM2 and AM2S are an in-depth assessment where you have to carry out specific tasks to show what you have learned during your apprenticeship. The whole test is around 16 hours long, […]

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