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• Marshall-Tufflex supplies trunking to apprentice centre

  10-11-2025 15:06 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Marshall-Tufflex, a UK manufacturer of cable management products, has supplied its Sterling Curve Dado trunking to Darke & Taylor’s new apprentice training centre, Elevate, based in Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire.
  Darke & Taylor is a specialist mechanical and electrical contractor delivering projects across commercial, education, residential, public sector, and retail.
  Its new facility, just opened in October 2025, is designed as a practical workshop to provide hands-on training for
  
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• NAPIT welcomes new electrical safety requirements

  10-11-2025 13:20 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  NAPIT, a company developing green skills and compliance, says it welcomes the new legislation requiring social landlords to inspect and test electrical installations in their properties at least every five years.
  New electrical safety requirements will bring the social housing sector in England in line with existing requirements for electrical safety standards in the private rented sector.
  The new electrical safety regulations have taken effect this November for new tenancies, whilst for ex
  
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• Cookology acquires Iceking after D.A.D administration

  10-11-2025 12:31 via ertonline.co.uk
  Cookology has officially acquired the Iceking brand, securing the future of one of the UK’s most established and trusted names in home refrigeration. This exciting milestone brings together two complementary brands, combining Iceking’s 30-year heritage and trade relationships with Cookology’s innovation, investment, and operational strength. A smooth transition and continued commitment to independents The acquisition […]
  
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• Contactum’s new era: A tour of innovation and sustainability

  10-11-2025 11:40 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Hot off the heels of the company’s successful appearance at Screwfix Live, Simon Rowley, Group Editor of ECN, travelled up to Dunstable to meet with Contactum – one of the UK’s most comprehensive suppliers of electrical innovations – at its brand-new headquarters.
  Part of the Saudi Arabian alfanar Group since 2009, Contactum – which has roots dating back to its humble beginnings in 1936 – recently went through a significant relocation, which saw the company tr
  
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• Electrical apprenticeship shortfall of nearly 10,000, data reveals

  10-11-2025 10:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  According to the ‘Apprenticeship Gap Report’, that the electrical trade faces the most severe deficit across all sectors analysed, with a 227:1 ratio representing a gap of just over 9,600 unfilled positions.
  The research, created by power tool accessories specialist DART Tool Group, analysed data from the Department for Education, the Office of National Statistics (ONS), and job board site Reed across six UK trade sectors, revealing where the skills crisis is most severe, why trainin
  
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• Ovia Welcomes Barnaby Chapman as ASM for South Wales

  10-11-2025 10:14 via ewnews.co.uk
  Ovia is pleased to announce the appointment of Barnaby Chapman as Area Sales Manager, covering South Wales, Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire.
  In his new role, Barnaby will be instrumental in driving the growth, awareness, and continued success of the Ovia brand across the region. He will work closely with electrical wholesalers and contractors to deliver tailored lighting solutions across a wide range of applications. His remit includes providing bespoke lighting designs and sup
  
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• EW Nov – The path to decarbonisation

  10-11-2025 10:13 via ewnews.co.uk
  In this issue, I am delighted to share memories and photos from this year’s EW Awards, which took place in September at the beautiful Chelsea Harbour Hotel. Unlike last year’s event, the weather was kind to us, and it was great to catch up with industry friends and colleagues over a prosecco, in the sun, on the balcony. You can see the full list of winning and highly commended entrants on page 21, along with photos and comments from the winners. Congratulations all round for your ama
  
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