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12th June 2026

JTL hosts parliamentary reception on the future of the plumbing workforce

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10th June 2026

Martindale’s ‘safe isolation procedure checklist’ for safer working

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10th June 2026

Energy Minister visits refurbished Daikin Manchester facility to witness green upskilling boom

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9th June 2026

Earthing and bonding: what’s the difference?

Electrical

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10th June 2026

Martindale’s ‘safe isolation procedure checklist’ for safer working

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9th June 2026

Earthing and bonding: what’s the difference?

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3rd June 2026

Deadline extended: Enter the ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year Award

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3rd June 2026

Skills Minister opens JTL’s £1m Thames Valley Training Centre to boost electrical and low-carbon skills

Plumbing & Heating

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

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12th June 2026

JTL hosts parliamentary reception on the future of the plumbing workforce

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10th June 2026

Energy Minister visits refurbished Daikin Manchester facility to witness green upskilling boom

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4th June 2026

Research reveals strong satisfaction among heat pump trainees

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3rd June 2026

Skills Minister opens JTL’s £1m Thames Valley Training Centre to boost electrical and low-carbon skills

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

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19th May 2026

The possible bottleneck in the electrotechnical qualifications sector

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14th April 2026

What the future plumbing & heating education landscape means for providers

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8th March 2026

Celebrating the UK’s first female-run electrical training centre on International Women’s Day

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22nd January 2026

Creating a safety net: how an apprentice recovered from financial fallout

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9th June 2026

Earthing and bonding: what’s the difference?

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12th May 2026

Safe isolation: what you need to know

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7th April 2026

Understanding the Building Regulations

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18th March 2026

Calculating the expected resistance of a circuit

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28th April 2026

Bright sparks: five aspiring electricians make it to the final of Screwfix Trade Apprentice

Five talented electrical apprentices from across the UK & Ireland are celebrating after being named as top ten finalists in this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition. Each of the finalists fought off strong competition from more than 3,000 applicants from across the UK and Ireland to secure a coveted place in the national final and […]

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21st April 2026

MCS launches interactive learning platform for installers looking to become MCS certified

MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), the UK’s quality mark for small-scale renewables like solar panels and heat pumps, has launched a new interactive learning platform for installers looking to become MCS certified. It has been created for anyone that is considering certification, whether they are an experienced installer looking to make the switch to renewables, or just starting out in their career. It covers:  The […]

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17th April 2026

2026 entries now open for the ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year Award

Entries are now open for ECA Member businesses to put forward their standout apprentices, or for the apprentices themselves to enter, for the ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year award. In ECA’s 125th anniversary year, and in partnership with Edmundson Electrical, the award recognises exceptional apprentices from ECA Member businesses across England, Northern Ireland and Wales. […]

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16th April 2026

Johnny Gough selected for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

NET would like to say a huge congratulations to Johnny Gough on being selected to represent the UK electrical installation industry at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.  Johnny started his skills competition journey with SkillELECTRIC, which is organised by NET. He won the bronze medal in the 2024 UK Final after competing in the Northern Ireland SkillELECTRIC […]

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16th April 2026

Fully funded training opens route to Level 3 qualifications for experienced electricians in Cheshire

NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification and training body for the electrical industry, is pleased to be supporting experienced electricians living or working in Cheshire West and Chester with a fully funded route to a recognised Level 3 qualification. Thanks to funding from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) through the Cheshire West […]

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15th April 2026

IET & BSI officially publish Amendment 4

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 […]

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14th April 2026

Eight electrical apprentices secure semi-final spots in Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2026 competition

Eight up-and-coming electrical apprentices from across the UK have been named as semi-finalists in this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition.   With a record-breaking number of entries received this year, Ashton Bull, Kallum Meadows, Gracie Donaghy, Kevin Crainey, Jaimie Lewis, Nathan Sheridan, Harley Mckenzie and Ruby-Renee Voss have beaten more than 3,000 applicants across the UK […]

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8th April 2026

Wiring Regulations Amendment 4: qualification changes

Amendment 4 (2026) BS 7671:2018 will be published in April 2026. It is not feasible for EAL and City & Guilds to make a further update to their existing BS 7671: 2018 qualifications, therefore they will each be launching a replacement Level 3 award. Existing 18th Edition qualifications will continue to meet the requirements of […]

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8th April 2026

TESP statement on EV and solar apprenticeship units

The Government has announced that new apprenticeship units in ‘Electric vehicle charging point installation and maintenance’ and ‘Solar PV installation and maintenance’ will be introduced in England from April. TESP welcomes the focus on these technologies and the recognition that this work should be carried out by qualified electricians. However, the units themselves do not […]

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7th April 2026

Understanding the Building Regulations

Understanding how the Building Regulations apply to your trade will ensure you are able to design and install high quality buildings that are safe, energy efficient and of use to future generations. Visit the Learning Zone to download our latest technical PDF, Understanding the Building Regulations. Covering: Click here to access this document in the Learning Zone

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31st March 2026

JTL maintains strong electrical achievement rate as national QAR figures released

The publication of the 2024/25 Qualification Achievement Rate (QAR) figures provides an important moment to reflect on the progress being made across apprenticeship provision nationally. JTL welcomes the overall increase in achievement rates across the sector, which highlights the growing recognition of apprenticeships as a valuable, high‑quality pathway into skilled careers. This upward trend is […]

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30th March 2026

RWE joins Aico as sponsor of the EIC’s Apprentice Playbook

The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is delighted to announce RWE as the latest sponsor of The Apprentice Playbook, an initiative that aims to reach more apprentices across the electrical and energy industries. The Playbook offers free, industry-specific mental health and wellbeing training, as well as tools and resources.  RWE joins Aico in supporting the programme, […]

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24th March 2026

Government outlines reforms of Industry Training Boards to boost construction and engineering skills

Industry voices and stakeholders are being asked to shape the future of skills training as a new consultation proposes the merger of construction and engineering training boards. This consultation is the latest step in the Government’s drive to future-proof the skills of the workforce and unlock the economic growth the country needs. The plans will […]

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23rd March 2026

Welsh Government retrofit report confirms Wales faces major electrical skills shortage, warns ECA

With a Senedd election approaching, the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) is urging all parties to back a long-term plan to train the electricians needed to deliver home retrofit, and wider electrification, safely and at pace. The newly released Welsh Government-commissioned report Assessing workforce requirements for home retrofitting in Wales warns that Wales does not currently have the […]

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19th March 2026

Greater Manchester Alliance launches major drive to power up the region’s electrical workforce

A bold new campaign to accelerate skills growth in Greater Manchester’s electrical sector has been launched by an alliance led by the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA). Designed to supercharge upskilling across the region, the initiative opens new pathways for both businesses and workers looking to advance in a rapidly evolving industry. The Greater Manchester Electrotechnical […]

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18th March 2026

Calculating the expected resistance of a circuit

It is useful to know the resistance of a circuit. Visit the Learning Zone to download our latest technical PDF, Calculating the expected resistance of a circuit. Covering: This PDF includes a quiz (page 4) and answers (page 5). Click here to access this document in the Learning Zone

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13th March 2026

CEF TechTalks tour 25 UK locations to explain new BS 7671 Amendment 4

Electrical distributor CEF has announced that registrations are now open for its latest TechTalks series, running from May to July 2026.  Delivered in partnership with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the free events will visit 25 locations across the UK, giving electricians and contractors practical insight into the upcoming  Amendment 4:2026 to BS 7671:2018 IET […]

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12th March 2026

Thames Valley educators and electrical businesses unite to address regional skills challenges

A new Electrotechnical Training and Careers Alliance (ETCA) was launched this week (10 March 2026) in the Thames Valley, bringing together electrotechnical businesses and education providers to identify solutions for enhancing skills delivery across the region.  The newly formed ETCA unites local employers and education partners to develop practical responses to skills challenges specific to the region’s […]

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