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13th May 2026

Upskill qualified electricians to maintain safe standards in renewable technology, says JIB

On 1 May 2026 FE Week reported on industry concerns about renewable technology training courses. Those which follow the Government-backed ‘Skills Bootcamp’ model are highlighted as particularly worrying, in terms of teaching methods and the quality of assessment. These are short-cut routes which do not result in competent installers and therefore undermine safety. Experts within the electrotechnical […]

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12th May 2026

Safe isolation: what you need to know

Regardless of whether you are in training or working in an electrical vocation or an associated trade where you may work in close proximity to live parts, you must learn safe isolation. Visit the Learning Zone to download our latest technical PDF, Safe isolation: what you need to know. Covering: Click here to access this document in […]

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6th May 2026

Apprenticeships pay back: ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce

Industry contributors say high quality apprenticeships deliver measurable business returns – boosting productivity, retention and capacity for SMEs across the supply chain. Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA), the Joint Industry Board (JIB) and independent training provider JTL are urging employers across construction, engineering and building services to treat apprenticeships as a strategic investment, not a cost, […]

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6th May 2026

Josh Babarinde MP visits JTL Eastbourne to meet apprentices and employers

Josh Babarinde MP visited JTL’s training centre in Eastbourne to meet apprentices, employers and industry partners, and to discuss how apprenticeship opportunities can be strengthened across the region. The visit coincided with a trade morning event hosted at the centre in partnership with City Electrical Factors (CEF), bringing together local employers and suppliers to showcase tools, equipment and share industry knowledge. The event […]

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5th May 2026

EAL co-founds The UK Qualifications Alliance to service international markets

EAL is proud to announce a collaboration with four other UK Awarding Organisations to form The UK Qualifications Alliance – bringing UK qualifications to the global stage. The goal of the Alliance is to develop sustainable business in international markets, through a co-ordinated, sector-led proposition promoting workforce mobility. The participating organisations in the UK Qualifications […]

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5th May 2026

ECA backs FE Week warning: ‘green skills’ must mean qualified, competent and safe

The Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has praised FE Week for highlighting a growing risk: ‘green skills’ courses that don’t align with industry occupational and training standards – and therefore don’t develop or validate real competence. With electrification accelerating across homes and workplaces, competence is non‑negotiable. When training bypasses industry-endorsed standards, the consequences can be unsafe work, poor-quality, […]

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5th May 2026

EAL update on apprenticeship assessment and standards development

As the apprenticeship landscape continues to evolve, EAL is updating its customers – including training providers, employers and partners – on the latest developments relating to apprenticeship assessment and standards. Standards revisions: what’s happening now Almost all of the apprenticeship standards EAL currently offers are now in revision. This reflects the wider reform programme aimed at ensuring apprenticeships remain high‑quality, relevant, and […]

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28th April 2026

Going for glory: Manchester apprentice makes it to the final of Screwfix Trade Apprentice

A talented apprentice from Manchester is celebrating after being named one of the top ten finalists in this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition. Cary Rudd, aged 20, who is currently studying a City and Guilds qualification in Plumbing and Heating at Salford City Skills, fought off strong competition from more than 3,000 applicants from across […]

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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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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

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Upskill qualified electricians to maintain safe standards in renewable technology, says JIB

Safe isolation: what you need to know

Apprenticeships pay back: ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce

Josh Babarinde MP visits JTL Eastbourne to meet apprentices and employers

EAL co-founds The UK Qualifications Alliance to service international markets

ECA backs FE Week warning: ‘green skills’ must mean qualified, competent and safe

EAL update on apprenticeship assessment and standards development

Going for glory: Manchester apprentice makes it to the final of Screwfix Trade Apprentice

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

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Upskill qualified electricians to maintain safe standards in renewable technology, says JIB

Safe isolation: what you need to know

Apprenticeships pay back: ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce

Josh Babarinde MP visits JTL Eastbourne to meet apprentices and employers

EAL co-founds The UK Qualifications Alliance to service international markets

ECA backs FE Week warning: ‘green skills’ must mean qualified, competent and safe

EAL update on apprenticeship assessment and standards development

Going for glory: Manchester apprentice makes it to the final of Screwfix Trade Apprentice

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

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