The Recolight Reuse Hub is a new digital marketplace for lighting. An online platform to facilitate the donation of new and used lighting products and equipment. Currently, there are considerable volumes of new and used lighting products that are needlessly recycled when they could be reused. Some are in very good condition before removal and…
JTL, one of the leading apprenticeship providers in the building services engineering sector in England and Wales, has supported Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) to develop its new online learning platform, Mental Health for All; Training for mental health well-being. Recognising the impact that mental health concerns can have on those working in the electrical industry, EIC has launched…
Members of a girls’ football team enjoyed a taste of life as a professional footballer after winning a training session with the management team of Peterborough United – thanks to one of the UK’s leading builders merchants. Stanground Sports under 14 girls claimed the prize in a special competition run by Peterborough United’s club partners…
New labour market research shows that the Greater London Region has “a mountain to climb” if it is to meet current net zero ambitions and resolve the current green electrical skills gap. The electrical sector is vital to the safe and timely rollout of low-carbon installations and infrastructure, such as electric vehicle chargers and solar…
The correct choice of cabling under the new building safety regime is critical in protecting lives and property, says AEI Cables. The company is highlighting the crucial part played by electrical safety systems including cabling in the development of higher risk buildings under the new Building Safety Act 2022 which is now in force. For…
Darts fans will have the chance to test their skills against Scottish legend Gary Anderson when he makes a special appearance at a Cheltenham builders merchant next week. Two-time World Champion Anderson will appear at the Cheltenham branch of Selco Builders Warehouse on Runnings Road on Tuesday, October 17, between 9.30am and 11am. Anderson claimed…
Mark your calendars – the BCIA are presenting two enlightening conference sessions at this year’s must-attend Smart Buildings Show at London’s ExCeL. Andy Camsell, BCIA Technical Consultant Trainer, will deliver a CPD-accredited talk as part of the BCIA’s Young Engineers annual programme on Wednesday 18 October at 3.15pm. Meanwhile, BCIA President Graeme Rees will bring…
The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has partnered with CITB and Samaritans to create a wellbeing support tool, as part of the industry wide initiative called Make It Visible. The Make It Visible campaign and portal aims to make welfare and wellbeing support visible on every construction site, helping to reduce the stigma around the subject…
As we approach World Standards Day, Manuela Rubino Courtney, Group Legal & Compliance Manager, Scolmore Group, takes a look at the meaning behind this annual event, its growing significance as we strive for a sustainable future and the importance of standards for product development. Saturday, 14th October 2023 marks World Standards Day. Taking place every…
12,361 cases of tool theft were reported in 2021-2022 in London alone Van experts share five ways to keep your van safe at night and deter potential thieves Whether you run your own business or need to keep up with the jobs of a wider contractor company, your van and your tools are your livelihood. …