Ansell Lighting has announced a shortlist of four projects in its Shine a Light campaign, which aims to recognise and reward the work of community organisations that provide vital support and services. Entries for the competition, in which the winner will receive a lighting installation worth up to £5,000 to help improve its facilities, flooded…
Leading electrotechnical trade body ECA says the Chancellor’s fiscal statement gives a mixed message to business. It praised the announced cut in corporation tax, which should provide a welcome boost to small businesses and stimulate growth in the medium term. However, this summer the sector-wide Building Engineering Business Survey found recruitment and retention of the…
A new development finance fund to help regional SME housebuilders thrive has been launched by Newstead Capital in partnership with the government’s housing accelerator, Homes England. Homes England, Greater Manchester Pension Fund and listed wealth manager Mattioli Woods are among a string of investors who have committed £80m to the new lending facility. Homes England…
The Joint Industry Board (JIB) is offering one lucky apprentice the chance to spend six weeks living and working as an electrician in Brisbane, Australia. The JIB Skills Development Fund will cover the cost of flights, accommodation, wages and associated costs for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, where the winner will spend time with several contractors in…
Daikin offers a range of training courses designed to help plumbing and heating engineers’ transition into the heat pump market. The training is led by industry experts using cutting edge technology to teach how to install air source heat pump systems. Daikin UK is now offering the: LCL Awards Level 3 Award in the Installation…
New research has found that 30% of UK electricians are exposed to asbestos every single week. Ahead of Mesothelioma Awareness Day (26th September), an event aiming to bring more attention to the dangers of asbestos, ElectricalDirect surveyed trade workers from across the nation to see how often they encounter it, and the impact this has…
NICIEC is urging contractors and the wider industry to ensure they are fully prepared for Amendment 2 of BS 7671:2018, which, following a six-month transition period, comes into effect on Tuesday, September 27th. “Amendment 2 introduces some sizeable changes,” said NICEIC’s Head of Technical Services, Paul Collins. “Designed to improve safety and push the industry forward, it…
A new text service has been launched as part of a growing campaign to get tradespeople to open up about their mental health over a cuppa. The new service, launched by national charity Band of Builders, coincides with the return of the Big Brew – an industry-wide campaign led by the charity in a bid…
Screwfix is delighted to welcome customers back to Screwfix Live 2022, with the hugely popular event ready to open its doors in less than 2 days. The free-to-enter show is returning to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre from Friday 23rd September – Sunday 25th September 2022 with all the best brands, to give tradespeople…
ECA has launched Leading the Charge, a digital series produced by Content with Purpose (CWP), exploring the electrotechnical sector’s pivotal role in realising the UK’s net zero ambitions. The series of films, podcasts and articles highlight some of the most powerful net zero stories from across the sector, with support and input from industry heavyweights including…