In the Spring Statement, it was announced that VAT will be cut on low-carbon technologies and materials to 0 per cent for five years to help homeowners cope with the rising cost of living. While some may feel cynical about the scope of this measure, Griff Thomas from GTEC explains why now is the time…
A recent roundtable on electric vehicles (EVs) – hosted by campaigning charity, Electrical Safety First and leading trade body, the Electrical Contractors Association – included the first-ever mapping of the UK’s EV charging landscape with a spotlight on safety. The event was the latest in a series of roundtables arising from the charity’s Future Homes…
£1000 prize on offer as SGS Engineering launches second annual nationwide search for tradespeople who have helped their communities through kind acts Local heroes can be nominated via a dedicated entry form, open now. A national ‘local hero’ will receive a £1,000 cash prize. There will also be up to five regional winners. Further information…
Stallingborough-based myenergi, pioneer of the world’s first eco-smart electric vehicle (EV) charger, has announced its sponsorship of the 2022 Great Grimsby 10K. Taking place on Sunday 5th June, the charity run will see an estimated 4,000 participants and 6,000 spectators descend on the town for one of the year’s most exciting sporting events. As part…
The home delivery expert ParcelHero says the Chancellor’s Spring Statement offers some hope for SME businesses facing tough challenges, but many measures could be too little, too late. The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has delivered a ‘jam tomorrow’ budget for Britain’s thousands of SME businesses, says the international delivery specialist ParcelHero. ParcelHero’s Head of…
ECA has welcomed today’s announcement by the Chancellor Rishi Sunak to cut VAT on energy efficiency and renewable technologies to 0%. In line with ECA’s recent calls for Government to take urgent action against rising energy bills, the Chancellor today announced that, for the next five years, VAT will no longer be paid on domestic…
Coventry Phoenix women’s ice hockey team will be getting their skates on in their quest for success in 2022 after securing a new high-profile sponsorship. The Phoenix, who play in the Women’s National Ice Hockey League Division One South, will be backed by leading UK builders merchant Selco Builders Warehouse this year. Selco, which has…
Following the news of energy prices skyrocketing and National Insurance contributions increasing from the Chancellor’s Spring Statement yesterday afternoon. Here we hear from companies in the industry to get their thoughts on the announcement: Nicky Chenery, General Manager EMEA, SafetyCulture “While little business support was announced during this year’s Spring Statement, organisations should see the new…
Leading electrotechnical and engineering services body ECA has signed two open letters to Chancellor Rishi Sunak, calling for urgent action to address the cost-of-living crisis and reduce consumers’ energy bills. ECA joined the Renewable Energy Association (REA), Solar Energy UK, and a wide coalition of industry, supplier and environmental bodies calling on the Chancellor to…
Quora Group, the mechanical and electrical building services company, has implemented a new job management system from BigChange, which it says is enabling it to win new public sector tenders. A £10 million turnover company, Quora uses the BigChange field service management software in its electrical, service and maintenance, and water treatment divisions. BigChange brings together…