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14th April 2026

Two plumbing & heating apprentices make it through to Screwfix Trade Apprentice semi-final

Two aspiring plumbing & heating apprentices from the UK have been announced as semi-finalists for this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition. 20-year-old Cary Rudd and 18-year-old Harvey Robinson, from Manchester and Ilkley respectively, have beaten more than 3,000 applicants across the UK and Ireland to secure a place in the semi-final. They are both now in […]

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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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2nd April 2026

Major upgrades to restore pride in England’s run-down colleges

Young people across England will see major upgrades to their colleges, as the Government invests £307 million to turn the page on years of neglect. From repairing leaky roofs and fixing broken windows to updating worn-out heating systems, all 175 colleges will benefit. Each one will receive individual allocations in the summer, ranging from £6,000 for […]

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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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26th March 2026

Daikin trained over 7,300 installers in heat pump technology during 2025

Daikin has announced that 7,333 installers completed its specialist heat pump training programmes throughout 2025 – a 20% year-on-year increase that underscores the growing demand for heat pump expertise in the UK. As the industry continues its transition towards low-carbon heating solutions, Daikin’s comprehensive training portfolio has become a robust and reliable programme for people […]

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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

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Two plumbing & heating apprentices make it through to Screwfix Trade Apprentice semi-final

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

Wiring Regulations Amendment 4: qualification changes

TESP statement on EV and solar apprenticeship units

Understanding the Building Regulations

Major upgrades to restore pride in England’s run-down colleges

JTL maintains strong electrical achievement rate as national QAR figures released

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

Daikin trained over 7,300 installers in heat pump technology during 2025

All News Articles

Two plumbing & heating apprentices make it through to Screwfix Trade Apprentice semi-final

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

Wiring Regulations Amendment 4: qualification changes

TESP statement on EV and solar apprenticeship units

Understanding the Building Regulations

Major upgrades to restore pride in England’s run-down colleges

JTL maintains strong electrical achievement rate as national QAR figures released

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

Daikin trained over 7,300 installers in heat pump technology during 2025

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