Cashflow has completely dried up for nearly 80 per cent of firms in the construction industry in Scotland, according to businesses which responded to a major survey carried out by the newly-established Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum. More than half of firms who took part in the new poll also say they’re owed vital monies…
In a wide ranging discussion we were able to share the main issues that we have had reported to us by members, for The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) to take into a wider government review on the impact of COVID-19. To summarise, some of the main points included: •The gaps in…
JTL, the leading national training provider for electrical and heating & plumbing apprenticeships, has named Romford-based Arnie Humphreys as its Mechanical Engineering Services (MES) Apprentice of the Year in the London region. Arnie’s victory was announced following a successful apprenticeship with London based firm Spie Limited. He was recognised by his training officer for his…
JTL, the leading national training provider for electrical and heating & plumbing apprenticeships, has named Middlesex-based Callan Baker as its Electrical Apprentice of the Year in the London region. Callan’s victory was announced following a successful apprenticeship with London based firm, TClarke PLC. He was recognised by his training officer for his progress both academically…
Luton Plant employees seconded to boost ventilator production with local company Workers from Vauxhall’s Luton plant this week downed their regular tools in favour of slightly more clinical surroundings to meet huge NHS demand for ventilator production. Vauxhall is providing 22 staff to the Luton site of Smiths Medical, a division of Smiths Group plc,…
The Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) has reassured the industry that electrical apprenticeships and training are in safe hands following the introduction of a range of emergency measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. As well as offering ongoing help and guidance to all apprentices, SECTT is working closely with the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB),SELECT…
A range of webinars covering coronavirus business issues and technical topics have been announced by leading engineering services trade body ECA. The series kicks off with the first #ECATechnicalTuesdays on Tuesday 14 April at 11am, which will cover the 1st Amendment of the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations, which concerns electric vehicle charge points….
Organisations providing essential services during the lockdown continue to operate, although in a difficult environment, whilst applying appropriate social distancing requirements. Such organisations can be expected to continue producing waste lamps, electricals and batteries. Recolight have announced help with storage of the additional waste, and the Environment Agency has published guidance for sites that may…
A brand new and exclusive white label service has been launched by NAPIT for members. The new platform, NAPIT Leads powered by eSalesHub, has been developed over the past few months to help support NAPIT members in generating inbound sales leads. The platform enables members to have a bespoke local landing page connected to a…
In response to managing the impact of COVID-19, the Construction Leadership Council (CLC), working with our Government Partners BEIS and IPA, has recently focused on ensuring that we can keep our people safe and enabling construction sites to operate in accordance with PHE guidelines. A 12-strong Construction Industry Task Force has been assembled to develop…