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Filed under History • Published on 30/09/21  The surge in popularity of electric cars may feel like a modern phenomenon, but the idea has been around since the Georgian era. In fact, long before today’s climate debates, Victorians were already…

Since the introduction of the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, the volume of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) carried out by UK electricians has grown rapidly. These regulations require every privately rented property in…

With more than £46 million worth of tools reported stolen since April 2021, protecting your kit has never been more important. Van thefts are also rising sharply, with up to 35 vans being stolen every day compared with just 12…

Rising energy costs in the UK have left households more determined than ever to cut bills. Yet not all of the “tricks” we’ve been told over the years actually work. Some are half-truths, some outdated, and others are outright myths.…

Every year, UK households and businesses discard an estimated 2 tonnes of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This category covers almost every product that uses a plug or battery, from k ettles and laptops to washing machines.  Since WEEE…

April 2022 marked the release of Amendment 2 to BS7671:2018, bringing with it a series of important updates for electricians across the UK. While the changes aren’t as sweeping as some past revisions, there are several adjustments that every installer…

The UK is heading into a critical period for trade skills, with electricians at the centre of the challenge. According to the UK Trade Skills Index 2023, the construction and wider t rade sector will require an additional 937,000 workers…

The expansion of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has become one of the most hotly debated transport policies in recent years. For everyday motorists, the charge is inconvenient, but for tradespeople whose work depends on reliable transport, the changes…

Electric vehicles (EVs) are reshaping how we think about transport, with adoption in the UK accelerating year on year. But alongside benefits like lower emissions and reduced reliance on fossil fuels, EVs also bring new engineering challenges. Among these is…

Reports of energy meter tampering are on the increase, with more tradespeople noticing it in UK homes. A recent survey by Direct Line revealed that 3 in 10 tradespeople have come across signs of tampering, highlighting how common the practice…