Christmas is a good excuse to treat the electrician in your life — or yourself — to tools and gear that make the job easier. Electricians often work long hours in d emanding conditions, so a gift that’s practical, reliable,…
Keeping on top of the UK’s key electrical and construction events can be difficult when you’re busy on site or studying. To make things simpler, we’ve pulled together a month-by-month calendar of the most important exhibitions, trade shows, seminars, and…
Electric Vehicles (EVs) have been marketed as the future of transport in the UK, but for many electricians and tradespeople, the real question is simple: can they cope with the day-to-day demands of work and travel? To find out, we…
Weekends often give us the perfect chance to catch up on jobs around the house. From painting the spare room to assembling new furniture, DIY can be r ewarding and cost-effective. But when it comes to electrics, the safest advice…
In recent years, the UK’s transition towards electric vehicles (EVs) has been steadily accelerating. But moments of disruption often act as tipping points. The recent petrol shortage, which left drivers queueing at forecourts and scrambling for fuel, was one of…
The UK electrical industry is under pressure. Demand for skilled electricians continues to rise, driven by new housing developments, renewable energy projects, and the government’s Net Zero commitments. At the same time, the w orkforce is ageing, and fewer apprentices…
The UK faces a well-documented shortage of electricians. Industry reports suggest demand is at its highest level in d ecades, fuelled by the drive towards Net Zero, the electrification of transport and heating, and a wave of construction projects. Employers…
The UK Government has confirmed that from 2025, gas boilers will no longer be fitted in new build properties. Instead, homes will rely on low-carbon h eating systems such as heat pumps, heat networks, or electric radiators. This is part…
The end of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme in September 2021 was a turning point for the UK labour market. As furlough wound down, many workers faced uncertainty, redundancy, or a shift into entirely new sectors. At the same time,…
The UK is experiencing one of the most severe shortages of electricians in decades. Industry reports describe the situation as the worst since the late 1990s, with demand for skilled workers reaching record levels. For those considering a new career,…
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