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• Just 0.3% of tool thefts have resulted in a charge

  05-04-2023 16:15 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Metropolitan Police data has revealed that 34,712 tools were stolen in London from 2021 to 2022 compared to 21,445 tools from 2019 to 2020.
  While as many as four in five tradespeople have experienced tool theft, just 0.3% of all cases (three cases per 1,000) ended in a charge for the suspect.
  In over 86% of the tool thefts reported between 2021 and 2022, a suspect was never identified. In addition, there were three times as many cases where a suspect was known but not charged than there were cha
  
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• Preparing for the new tax year

  05-04-2023 15:58 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  The start of a new tax year can be a daunting time for tradespeople, especially those who run their own businesses. With so much to do to ensure that you are ready to face the year ahead, Fergus is helping the trade with some valuable hints and tips.
  “With the right preparation and planning, you can make the most of the opportunities that the new tax year presents and get your trade business in shape,” says James Chillman, UK Country Manager. “Don’t forget you can automat
  
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• Scolmore launches new Medical Solutions brochure

  05-04-2023 14:24 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Scolmore has released an updated version of its Medical Solutions brochure, which incorporates the very latest additions to its growing range of products dedicated to healthcare settings.
  The specialist products that make up the Scolmore Medical Solutions range are from the Mode wiring accessories collection. All Mode products are manufactured using urea formaldehyde, which has similar inherent properties to antimicrobial additives that inhibit the growth of infectious diseases. All products ind
  
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• Gripple appoints new MD and board directors

  05-04-2023 12:54 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Gripple has appointed a new Managing Director for the UK and Ireland, and new board directors.
  Kevin St Clair takes up the role of UK Managing Director, following 21 years at Gripple, Charlotte Hill will replace Kevin in his former role as Operations Director and Sam Ryall, joins the UK board as Supply Chain Director.
  Kevin started his career at Gripple in 2002 as the company’s first quality manager, responsible for implementing ISO9001 and ISO14001 Certification, before moving into a broa
  
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• eFIXX announces 30 under 30 awards winners in association with Luceco Group

  05-04-2023 12:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  eFIXX has announced the winners of its prestigious 30 under 30 awards, in partnership with headline sponsor Luceco Group. Now in its second year, the awards recognise up-and-coming talent within the industry and showcase the next generation of electrical contractors.
  The judges have been busy whittling the shortlist of nominees down to the 30 chosen winners, naming them as 30 of the most promising up-and-coming talents in the electrical contracting industry.
  The winners were revealed in a dedica
  
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• Electric Car Count: March 2023

  05-04-2023 12:10 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  In March, electric cars accounted for 16.21% of all new car registrations in the UK, as the exponential growth in EV uptake seen in recent years begins to stabilise. While demand for electric vehicles is still high, it is likely that slower rates of growth will continue until the ZEV mandate is implemented in 2024, and supply is able to consistently match consumer demand.
  Ben Nelmes, Chief Executive Officer at New AutoMotive, says, “March was a strong month for electric car sales, but the
  
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• ‘The rise in the living wage due this month is a ticking time-bomb’

  05-04-2023 12:08 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  “I am a great believer in ‘not wasting a good crisis’”, writes Robert Hughes, “and the opportunity to do so has never been bigger.” Here, he explains how Hughes Electrical is taking some hard decisions and why it might be time for other retailers to do the same… It is very easy to pessimistic about […]
  
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• Award-winning Bertazzoni hob lands another trophy

  05-04-2023 11:57 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  An innovative Bertazzoni induction hob with integrated extraction has received a Good Design Award in recognition of its style and functionality. The P804ICH2M37NT 80cm induction cooktop with integrated hood, designed in collaboration with Valerio Cometti Studio, was chosen in the Kitchen/Appliances category from a jury of experts charged with selecting the products that stand out […]
  
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• Drayton adds new module to online training academy

  05-04-2023 11:00 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Drayton has introduced a new training module to its online training academy, 9° Know How, broadening learning opportunities for installers.
  The new addition, which is the fifth module available, supports installers by covering the installation, wiring, and testing of Drayton’s range of motorised valves, which are used for creating multiple heating zones. Within the module, wider specification and technical details are also covered.
  The one-part module, which is presented in video forma
  
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