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15th September 2026

Gas Safety Week 2026: Take No Chances

The 16th annual Gas Safety Week is taking place 14-20 September 2026. Coordinated by Gas Safe Register, the official list of engineers who are legally qualified to work on gas, Gas Safety Week brings the industry together to help raise awareness of gas safety and the simple steps people can take to protect their homes, families and […]

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15th September 2026

New episode of Grant UK’s Net Zero Heating Show now available

Grant UK has released a new episode of its Net Zero Heating Show podcast which explores how installing heat pumps in installers’ homes can support the uptake of this low-carbon heating technology, with a focus on Nesta’s Start at Home initiative and Grant UK’s Start with Grant scheme. The new episode, called Start with Grant […]

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14th September 2026

Local leaders have say on reforms to prepare youngsters for work

Local leaders had their say on how to drive excellence across the education system and better prepare young people for work during a summit hosted by the Education Secretary. Regional mayors, business leaders, headteachers and college principals convened on 10 September at No10 North in Manchester to shape plans to make England a technical education […]

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14th September 2026

Younger homeowners more likely to trust a tradesperson based on looks

From spotless uniforms to five-star reviews, new research reveals the things that can make us trust a tradesperson – but Gas Safe Register warns looks can be deceiving. A clean van, smart uniform and glowing online reviews might all scream ‘professional’ – but when it comes to choosing someone to work in our homes, are […]

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14th September 2026

It’s a smart use of towel rails with The Radiator Company

The Radiator Company has launched its popular Lupin and Poppy Towel Rails in SMART Electric versions as standard. These Wi-Fi connected options offer intuitive heating control via the free to download IRSAP NOW App. EcoDesign and Lot 20 compliant, the steel Lupin and Poppy towel rails are available in white, chrome and 31 special finishes. […]

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7th September 2026

New plumbing apprenticeship standards open for consultation

Two new plumbing apprenticeship standards have been published for consultation by Skills England, marking an important step towards their development and approval. Open until 13 September 2026, the following standards are available for comment: Employers, plumbing and heating professionals, training providers and other industry stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback on the draft standards as […]

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7th September 2026

Baxi expands flagship range to give installers more Megaflo options

Baxi has expanded its flagship Megaflo cylinder portfolio with the launch of the new Megaflo Essential range of direct, and indirect cylinders and the brand’s first air source heat pump (ASHP) cylinder. The launch of Megaflo Essential brings trusted Megaflo performance to more homes and budgets. The range has been developed in response to installer […]

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7th September 2026

City of Portsmouth College strengthens its position as a leading construction training provider with £1.2m Government investment

City of Portsmouth College (COPC) is strengthening its position as a leading provider of construction and specialist technical training in Portsmouth and the wider Solent region, following a £1.2 million investment from the Department for Education (DfE) Post-16 Construction Skills Capacity Fund. The funding, alongside significant investment from COPC, will support the development and expansion […]

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24th August 2026

DAB Pumps’ EVOSTA 3 combines installer-friendly design with greater efficiency and performance

A circulator pump may be a relatively small part of a heating system, but choosing the right one can have a significant bearing on installation time, energy consumption and long-term reliability. With EVOSTA 3, DAB Pumps has developed its circulator range to give installers a high-quality, efficient pump that is straightforward for them to fit, […]

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19th August 2026

Is a plumbing and heating career AI proof?

For years, people have assumed that the safest careers lie behind desks and degrees, but in the age of artificial intelligence, that assumption is being challenged, says APHC. In recent months, experts have been pointing to skilled trades, especially plumbing, as some of the most secure jobs for the future and among the last to […]

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17th August 2026

Grant UK Training Academy announces partnership with Colchester Institute

At the beginning of July, Colchester Institute officially launched its updated Multifuel Oil Training Facility where Grant UK has supplied HVO compatible Vortex oil boilers for the provision of OFTEC training and assessment as well as Grant product training. Alongside the delivery of oil-fired product training, the Grant UK Training Academy will also be delivering […]

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17th August 2026

JIB funding now available for EAL’s Air Source Heat Pump qualification

EAL is pleased to confirm that funding support is now available for Joint Industry Board (JIB) member companies and their employees undertaking the new EAL Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat Pump Systems (Non-refrigerant Circuits) (610/7301/5). JIB member companies often deliver mechanical building services engineering and electrotechnical work across a range […]

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17th August 2026

Vocational Celebration Day brings the UK together to celebrate vocational talent

On 6 August, people across the UK came together to celebrate the people, skills and opportunities that keep our country moving. In a special event hosted by broadcaster Steph McGovern and streamed live from Teagle Machinery Ltd in Cornwall, the UK’s first ever Vocational Celebration Day shone a spotlight on vocational learners, apprentices, educators and […]

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4th August 2026

New industry guide provides clarity on G3 compliance for unvented hot water systems

The Heat Pump Association UK (HPA UK) and Hot Water Association (HWA) have published a new technical guide to help installers, specifiers and manufacturers navigate the regulatory requirements for unvented hot water systems as the transition to low-carbon heating accelerates. The publication, Unvented Hot Water Systems: Regulatory Compliance Explained, addresses some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding the […]

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4th August 2026

New Daikin Sustainable Home Centre to open in London this August

Daikin is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new Sustainable Home Centre in London, developed in partnership with London Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd. The Centre will officially open on Friday 7 August 2026 at 531 Barking Rd, London E6 2LN. Founded more than 25 years ago by three brothers who opened a small […]

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28th July 2026

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Thousands more young people will be able to gain the skills, qualifications and experience they need for future careers, as the Government today rolls out a major package to break down barriers stopping access to technical education, training and apprenticeships. Through new financial support, more college places and greater access to apprenticeships, the package will […]

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28th July 2026

PM: ‘From today Britain will value the hard hat as much as the graduation cap’

The Prime Minister will unveil a fundamental change to the education system today, with the launch of new prestigious technical educational routes. The new pathways will provide 14-year-olds with valuable early access to technical skills, work experience and connections with local employers. The Prime Minister is determined to put technical education on an equal footing […]

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28th July 2026

JIB announces additional course funding and support to onboard apprentices

In July 2026, the JIB Skills Development Fund trustees approved additional financial support for career development and apprentice training. Heat pump qualification Up to 75% of the course fees (to a limit of £750) is now available for eligible applicants undertaking the EAL Level 3 Award in Design, Installation and Maintenance of Air Source Heat […]

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