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9th October 2026

Teenagers back vocational reforms and defy outdated stigma

Teenagers have thrown their support behind a shake-up to vocational learning as the Government steps up efforts to tackle youth unemployment and challenge outdated attitudes towards technical education. The majority of young people (84%) overwhelmingly support new options for 14-year-olds that combine practical technical learning (such as coding, construction or manufacturing) with core academic subjects […]

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9th October 2026

New HPA UK guidance for installers: insulating external pipework for air-water heat pumps

Heat Pump Association UK (HPA UK) has launched a new guidance document for heat pump installers describing the key considerations when insulating external hydraulic pipework of monobloc air-to-water heat pumps (AWHP) located outdoors within the curtilage of a residential dwelling. Endorsed by MCS, this new guide is the latest in HPA UK’s series of technical guidance […]

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9th October 2026

Apprentice-turned-President Sam Hubbard to lead the Institution of Engineering and Technology

Engineer Sam Hubbard has been appointed as the 156th President of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), bringing a presidency focused on championing apprentices, technicians and the diverse routes into engineering that help build the profession’s future workforce. With more than 30 years’ experience across paper manufacturing and the nuclear sector, Sam’s presidential focus, […]

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6th October 2026

Sussex skills alliance launched to grow next generation of electrical talent

A new Sussex skills alliance has been launched to help tackle electrical workforce shortages and strengthen the region’s pipeline of qualified electrotechnical talent. The Sussex Electrotechnical Training and Careers Alliance (ETCA), led by the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA), brings employers, colleges, manufacturers and skills bodies together to close the gap between local training provision and […]

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6th October 2026

Grant UK supports Jersey Green Skills Academy

Jersey Electricity and Highlands College have launched their Green Skills Academy to support the training of 36 low-carbon heating technicians in Jersey by 2030. Grant UK is supporting this initiative with the supply of heat pump equipment for training and assessment. A partnership between Jersey Electricity, Highlands College and local industry is striving to overcome […]

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6th October 2026

Baxi’s Uncapped Cashback Offer returns for another heating season

Baxi has brought back its uncapped cashback offer by popular demand, making £300 available to installers for every three Baxi 600 or 800 boilers installed and registered on Baxi Works. Running from 1 October 2026 to 31 January 2027, the promotion applies to all models within the Baxi 600 and 800 ranges. Baxi Works members who install […]

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5th October 2026

Water sector electrical skills crisis threatens critical infrastructure delivery, ECA warns

Britain’s water sector faces a growing crisis that could slow the delivery of vital infrastructure upgrades unless industry acts now, the Electrotechnical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has warned. The warning follows an ECA industry roundtable, where contractors, training specialists and water sector representatives highlighted acute shortages in specialist electrical skills are becoming a major barrier to […]

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5th October 2026

£2,000 boost for small businesses who take on young apprentices

Smaller businesses backing the next generation will receive £2,000 for every new young apprentice they take on, opening more doors for young people into skilled careers across the country. Backed by the Federation of Small Businesses, the move will help non-levy paying employers, which are typically small- and medium-sized enterprises, to cover the costs of […]

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5th October 2026

SELECT teams up with Luceco Group to help small businesses across Scotland with new £18,000 Powering Potential apprentice funding initiative

Campaigning trade body SELECT has partnered with Luceco Group to launch an ambitious new initiative that will deliver much-needed apprentice funding to small businesses across Scotland. The construction trade association has teamed up with the manufacturer to unveil the Powering Potential initiative, which will see three SELECT member firms receive £6,000 each to help support the cost of a […]

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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

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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

Teenagers back vocational reforms and defy outdated stigma

New HPA UK guidance for installers: insulating external pipework for air-water heat pumps

Apprentice-turned-President Sam Hubbard to lead the Institution of Engineering and Technology

Sussex skills alliance launched to grow next generation of electrical talent

Grant UK supports Jersey Green Skills Academy

Baxi’s Uncapped Cashback Offer returns for another heating season

Water sector electrical skills crisis threatens critical infrastructure delivery, ECA warns

£2,000 boost for small businesses who take on young apprentices

SELECT teams up with Luceco Group to help small businesses across Scotland with new £18,000 Powering Potential apprentice funding initiative

All News Articles

Teenagers back vocational reforms and defy outdated stigma

New HPA UK guidance for installers: insulating external pipework for air-water heat pumps

Apprentice-turned-President Sam Hubbard to lead the Institution of Engineering and Technology

Sussex skills alliance launched to grow next generation of electrical talent

Grant UK supports Jersey Green Skills Academy

Baxi’s Uncapped Cashback Offer returns for another heating season

Water sector electrical skills crisis threatens critical infrastructure delivery, ECA warns

£2,000 boost for small businesses who take on young apprentices

SELECT teams up with Luceco Group to help small businesses across Scotland with new £18,000 Powering Potential apprentice funding initiative

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