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5th October 2026

Electrotechnical sector celebrates ‘Untapped Potential’ of the industry at Labour Party Conference

On 28 September, ECA, JTL Training and the JIB hosted an evening reception in Liverpool during the Labour Party Conference. The event, Electrifying Our Future – Untapped Potential, marked the first dedicated electrical sector fringe event of its kind at the Labour Party Conference, bringing together political and industry representatives to celebrate the contribution of the […]

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30th September 2026

Autumn 2026 issue out now!

The first issue of Electrical & Plumbing Skills magazine is now available in digital and print formats. What’s inside? Read the Autumn 2026 issue here Would you like to receive a free regular copy of Electrical & Plumbing Skills in the post? Let us know by emailing info@electricalandplumbingskills.com

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29th September 2026

Chancellor backs young people into work by supporting jobs

The Chancellor has announced a package to help people into work, education and training, while building the skilled workforce Britain needs for the future. The package will see the National Wealth Fund used to create and support 130,000 jobs across the UK, expanding local apprenticeship services to connect more young people with employers, and restoring […]

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29th September 2026

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 crowns champions

The WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 closing ceremony took place on 27 September, with Team UK picking up two gold, one silver and three bronze medals, as well as 13 Medals for Excellence, which are awarded to those who have shown they can achieve world-class standards. This year marked the strongest Team UK performance since 2017. Among […]

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29th September 2026

New heat pump training centre opens at North Devon College

North Devon College has teamed up with heating technology manufacturer Vaillant Group UK to open a new specialist heat pump training centre in Barnstaple, giving installers and young people in the region better access to low-carbon heating systems. Officially opened on 15 September, the new Low Carbon Training Centre at North Devon College’s Barnstaple campus […]

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27th September 2026

CIPHE and IWSH team up to create lasting legacy following World Plumbing Conference

The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) has teamed up with the International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) to donate equipment used at this year’s UK Skills Forum to Euston Skills Centre in London, where it will be used to train the next generation of plumbing and heating engineers. The invitational UK Skills Forum took […]

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27th September 2026

Calling all apprentices: entries open for the Installer Awards 2027

Entries are now open for the Installer Awards 2027, with heating installers, HVAC engineers, plumbers and apprentices from across the UK invited to showcase their skills and compete for some of the industry’s most prestigious accolades. Bringing together the long-running Heating Installer Awards and The Plumber Awards under one umbrella, the Installer Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, technical expertise and […]

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24th September 2026

New Vocational GCSEs unveiled in major shake-up to hands-on learning for teens

Every young person across the country will be able to pursue prestigious new Vocational GCSEs and access work experience in a major shake-up of the education system to prepare them for the world of work. Delivering on the Prime Minister’s commitment in his first week in the role to put technical education on an equal […]

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23rd September 2026

DEWALT survey explores how next generation of workers perceive skilled careers

Ahead of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, the world’s premier skilled trades competition, DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, surveyed over 500 WorldSkills competitors representing more than 60 countries and regions about the future of skilled careers, workforce readiness and training. The survey revealed that the next generation of trades professionals recognise their importance and contributions […]

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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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Electrotechnical sector celebrates ‘Untapped Potential’ of the industry at Labour Party Conference

Autumn 2026 issue out now!

Chancellor backs young people into work by supporting jobs

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 crowns champions

New heat pump training centre opens at North Devon College

CIPHE and IWSH team up to create lasting legacy following World Plumbing Conference

Calling all apprentices: entries open for the Installer Awards 2027

New Vocational GCSEs unveiled in major shake-up to hands-on learning for teens

DEWALT survey explores how next generation of workers perceive skilled careers

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Electrotechnical sector celebrates ‘Untapped Potential’ of the industry at Labour Party Conference

Autumn 2026 issue out now!

Chancellor backs young people into work by supporting jobs

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 crowns champions

New heat pump training centre opens at North Devon College

CIPHE and IWSH team up to create lasting legacy following World Plumbing Conference

Calling all apprentices: entries open for the Installer Awards 2027

New Vocational GCSEs unveiled in major shake-up to hands-on learning for teens

DEWALT survey explores how next generation of workers perceive skilled careers

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