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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

Instantor champions career development through Student Mentoring Programme

Instantor is participating in the Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) Student Mentoring Programme. Through the initiative, Instantor is working with a group of students over a two-year period, hosting sessions at its head office to explore topics such as career potential, approaches to study, CV writing and interview preparation. Several Instantor employees have taken […]

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23rd March 2026

BPEC Year in Review out now

The BPEC Charity has published its annual Year in Review to profile its wide-ranging and significant work to support plumbing and heating skills development over the last 12 months. BPEC continually invests in projects focused on raising standards, supporting the training and development of plumbing operatives and encouraging leadership, entrepreneurship and innovation. The charity is self-sustaining and […]

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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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18th March 2026

Major employment drive to help unlock 200,000 new jobs and apprenticeships for next generation

A major youth employment drive backed by £1 billion will help create 200,000 jobs for young people, alongside the biggest transformation of apprenticeships in a decade. It comes as apprenticeship starts amongst young people are down 40% in the last decade and almost one million young people are not earning or learning – a rise […]

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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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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

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

Instantor champions career development through Student Mentoring Programme

BPEC Year in Review out now

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

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

Calculating the expected resistance of a circuit

Major employment drive to help unlock 200,000 new jobs and apprenticeships for next generation

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

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

All News Articles

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

Instantor champions career development through Student Mentoring Programme

BPEC Year in Review out now

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

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

Calculating the expected resistance of a circuit

Major employment drive to help unlock 200,000 new jobs and apprenticeships for next generation

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

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

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