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3rd June 2026

Landmark report sets out action to address key skills gaps

Skills England published its Annual Skills Report on 1 June, marking its first anniversary with a comprehensive assessment of current and future skills needs. The Alan Milburn interim report into young people and work, published last week, found that nearly one million 16 to 24-year-olds are currently not in education, employment or training (NEET), underlining the need […]

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3rd June 2026

Government offers 300,000 new work experience and training placements

Young people across the country will be helped onto the career ladder thanks to the creation of 300,000 new work experience and training placements in sectors including construction, health and social care and hospitality. The new placements, part of a £2.5 billion youth employment support package, will see young people gain hands-on experience, build real […]

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21st May 2026

Daikin launches its Summer Series of networking events

Daikin UK is pleased to announce its Summer Series, an exclusive programme of networking events designed to connect, inspire and empower professional HVAC installers shaping the future of low-carbon buildings across the commercial sector. Taking place at prestigious venues across the UK from May to July 2026, the Summer Series will offer a rich agenda […]

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21st May 2026

ECA urges Skills England to back low-carbon skills with training that protects safety and competence

ECA has welcomed Skills England’s ambition to strengthen the UK’s workforce for the low-carbon transition, including in areas such as EV charge points and solar PV. However, it is warning that fast-tracked apprenticeship units must not come at the expense of electrical safety, competence and industry-recognised standards. Keith Sanderson, Head of Education and Skills at ECA, […]

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21st May 2026

Regional funding to train next generation of construction workers

Tens of thousands of placements will be created for aspiring construction workers in a £96 million boost to train new talent and build more homes. Funding is set to be allocated across the country on Friday 22 May to provide hands-on learning and boost employability for learners who start their construction courses from this September. The construction industry is facing significant shortages, with the latest Office for National Statistics figures showing that […]

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19th May 2026

Apprentice electrician from Somerset crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2026

Apprentice electrician Gracie Donaghy has beaten more than 3,000 apprentices from across the UK and Ireland to be crowned one of two champions at this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition. For the first time in the award’s history, two apprentices took home the title, with apprentice stonemason Petra O’Flaherty also named as a winner. Gracie, […]

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14th May 2026

Virtual College launches new 18th Edition courses

Online compliance training platform, Virtual College, has launched a new 18th Edition Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671 course, including Amendment 4 updates. The course is available exclusively through the Virtual College platform and the NICEIC, the leading certification body for the electrical contracting industry. The e-learning course provides a complete introduction to the full scope […]

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13th May 2026

PM vows to tear up ‘status quo’ that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills

The Prime Minister met with apprentices yesterday (Tuesday 12 May) to underline the Government’s drive to overhaul the apprenticeship system, break down barriers to opportunity for young people and ensure the economy works for people in every part of the country. Apprenticeships are being placed at the heart of a new approach to skills, giving […]

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13th May 2026

NICEIC launches 20% discount on e-learning courses

NICEIC is offering a 20% discount on e-learning training courses until the end of May. NICEIC’s e-learning options make it easier than ever to get the skills you need, whilst fitting modules in around your existing schedule. Delivered online, NICEIC e-learning provides a structured explanation of key concepts you can follow at your own pace. […]

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

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

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

Safe isolation: keeping you and other workers safe

Electrical

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

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

Safe isolation: keeping you and other workers safe

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

Plumbing & Heating

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

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

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

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

Features

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

Closing the skills gap: the value of apprenticeships

Why apprenticeships must work for employers

Is a plumbing and heating career AI proof?

Learning Zone

Introducing the new PNB earthing system

Safe isolation: keeping you and other workers safe

Knowledge check: gas

Knowledge check: plumbing

All News Articles

Landmark report sets out action to address key skills gaps

Government offers 300,000 new work experience and training placements

Daikin launches its Summer Series of networking events

ECA urges Skills England to back low-carbon skills with training that protects safety and competence

Regional funding to train next generation of construction workers

Apprentice electrician from Somerset crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2026

Virtual College launches new 18th Edition courses

PM vows to tear up ‘status quo’ that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills

NICEIC launches 20% discount on e-learning courses

All News Articles

Landmark report sets out action to address key skills gaps

Government offers 300,000 new work experience and training placements

Daikin launches its Summer Series of networking events

ECA urges Skills England to back low-carbon skills with training that protects safety and competence

Regional funding to train next generation of construction workers

Apprentice electrician from Somerset crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2026

Virtual College launches new 18th Edition courses

PM vows to tear up ‘status quo’ that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills

NICEIC launches 20% discount on e-learning courses

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