National Apprenticeship Week – Electrical & Plumbing Skills

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National Apprenticeship Week

18th February 2026

JTL launches Female Apprentice Network

JTL has launched a new Female Apprentice Network, bringing together women and girls from across its apprenticeship programmes to connect, share experiences and help shape a more inclusive future for the building services engineering sector. The network was officially launched during National Apprenticeship Week, with its inaugural event held at the newest JTL training centre, […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

15th February 2026

Electrical training alliance launches in South Yorkshire

Key educational institutions and electrotechnical businesses came together on 12 February for the inaugural meeting of a new alliance formed to tackle the growing electrical skills shortage in South Yorkshire. The group represents the second Electrotechnical Training and Careers Alliance (ETCA) launched during National Apprenticeship Week 2026 and the seventh established since the initiative began […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

13th February 2026

Clean Energy Jobs Fair held at Barnsley College

Around 175 schoolchildren and students attended the Government’s second Clean Energy Jobs Fair  on Thursday 12 February, co-hosted by the South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority, and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.  Following the Government’s Clean Energy Jobs Plan, the first ever national plan to train and recruit workers needed for the clean energy mission, the […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

11th February 2026

National Apprenticeship Week: how EAL helps learners to succeed

National Apprenticeship Week is a chance to celebrate the opportunities apprenticeships provide and the people supporting them. At EAL, we are proud to play a role in helping learners and employers succeed by providing qualifications, end-point assessments and resources that give apprentices the confidence to progress in their chosen careers in engineering, manufacturing and building […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

11th February 2026

Government plans to train next generation of construction workers

Thousands more young people will be given the opportunity to train as plumbers, engineers and bricklayers as the Government creates 13,000 apprenticeship and T Level placement opportunities as part of its plan to transform school buildings. As part of the upcoming education estates strategy, construction firms working on school building projects will have to show […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

9th February 2026

JTL launches new campaign celebrating the people behind successful apprenticeships

JTL has launched a new advertising campaign that puts real people at the heart of apprenticeships – showcasing apprentices, employers and JTL Training Officers working together to build successful careers in the electrical, plumbing and heating industries. The campaign highlights JTL’s unique model, which provides every apprentice with a dedicated Training Officer who supports and […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

9th February 2026

Government vows to ‘unlock opportunities for young people across the country’

Young people across the country are to benefit from a clearer path into apprenticeships, as the Prime Minister vows to ‘unlock opportunities for young people across the country’ ahead of National Apprenticeship Week. The Government is set to pilot a university clearance-style system where ‘near miss’ applicants who don’t secure their top choice apprenticeship will […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

9th February 2026

How JTL is marking National Apprenticeship Week 2026

From centre open days to parliamentary events – and everything in between – here’s how JTL is marking this annual celebration of apprenticeships. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week runs from 9-15 February, themed around Skills for Life. Across our JTL training centres and in collaboration with stakeholders, we’re looking forward to a packed week of events and […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

9th February 2026

KNIPEX launches SkillsForge for apprentices

Calling all apprentices! KNIPEX is launching a new online learning hub built specifically for those starting out in the trades. The KNIPEX SkillsForge goes live on 9 February, giving apprentices free access to practical training content and tailored resources to help build skills, confidence and good working habits from day one. To mark the launch, […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

8th February 2026

JTL Female Apprentice Network Launch Event

An exciting new initiative from JTL to connect women in plumbing, heating and electrical trades. Join us during National Apprenticeship Week 2026 for the launch of JTL’s new Female Apprentice Network – designed to support women entering and progressing in plumbing, heating and electrical trades. The launch event, themed as ‘Building Our Network’, marks the beginning of a 12-month programme designed to […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

8th February 2026

Britain’s growth sectors to get major skills boost from new ‘fast track’ apprenticeships reforms

Young people will be given a quicker route into high-quality jobs on major projects as the Government slashes red tape to fast-track the process. As industries evolve, so must the training that prepares people to work in them. Whether it’s new safety standards on building sites or the skills needed to construct and operate the […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

8th February 2026

Foundation to 40: apprentices old and new celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026

Electricity workers at both ends of the career journey have declared engineering apprenticeships are a job for the past, present and future – in the run up to National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9-15 February). Tony Skerry, 67, an overhead linesperson based in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, has worked for over 50 years at UK Power Networks, […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

6th February 2026

Prism Power tackles engineering skills shortage and workforce crunch

As the power sector grapples with an aging workforce, with experienced electricians and engineers retiring at pace, Prism Power Group, a UK-based specialist in smart switchgear and critical power systems, has long been focusing on training the next generation. This talent and skills shortage is putting grid reliability at risk, but Prism Power – with […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

2nd February 2026

Martindale’s online knowledge hub: helping keep electrical apprentices safe from day one

Keeping safe on site is a must for any apprentice working in or around electricity, so a solid knowledge and understanding of electrical safety is vital for those starting out in their trade careers. Access to a wide range of helpful, practical resources from day one can support apprentices in building a strong understanding of electrical […]

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National Apprenticeship Week

16th January 2026

JTL Birmingham to host National Apprenticeship Week open event for electrical and plumbing employers and apprentices

JTL is inviting local electrical and plumbing employers, professionals and apprentices to an open event at the JTL Birmingham Training Centre, on Rocky Lane, during National Apprenticeship Week. Taking place on Thursday 12 February from 3pm to 7pm, the event offers attendees the opportunity to explore JTL’s training offer, connect with industry partners, and access practical […]

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All National Apprenticeship Week Articles

JTL launches Female Apprentice Network

Electrical training alliance launches in South Yorkshire

Clean Energy Jobs Fair held at Barnsley College

National Apprenticeship Week: how EAL helps learners to succeed

Government plans to train next generation of construction workers

JTL launches new campaign celebrating the people behind successful apprenticeships

Government vows to ‘unlock opportunities for young people across the country’

How JTL is marking National Apprenticeship Week 2026

KNIPEX launches SkillsForge for apprentices

JTL Female Apprentice Network Launch Event

Britain’s growth sectors to get major skills boost from new ‘fast track’ apprenticeships reforms

Foundation to 40: apprentices old and new celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026

Prism Power tackles engineering skills shortage and workforce crunch

Martindale’s online knowledge hub: helping keep electrical apprentices safe from day one

JTL Birmingham to host National Apprenticeship Week open event for electrical and plumbing employers and apprentices

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