Electrical news

EIC launches two major fundraising challenges for 2027

06-11-2026 12:51 via Electrical Wholesaler

The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) has announced two exciting Challenge for a Cause events for 2027, giving people across the electrical and energy industries the opportunity to push themselves physically while raising vital funds for industry colleagues in need.
Those interested have the option to take on a spectacular coastal trek along England’s Jurassic Coast, or an unforgettable overseas expedition to the summit of Mount Toubkal in Morocco.
Jurassic Coast Challenge
Taking place on Fr

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Charity calendar puts mental health in the picture for the electrical industry

06-11-2026 12:49 via Electrical Wholesaler

A ‘Calendar Girls’ inspired fundraiser brings CEF teams and suppliers together to support mental health across the electrical industry.
A charity calendar inspired by Calendar Girls is bringing people from across the electrical industry together to raise money for the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) and encourage more open conversations around mental health.
The calendar uses humour and familiar industry references in a bid to help make mental health easier to talk about across the elect

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Lumineux Lighting celebrates EcoVadis Silver Medal

06-11-2026 12:13 via Electrical Wholesaler

Lumineux Lighting is celebrating a significant achievement after B&T Associates Ltd, the company trading as Lumineux Lighting, was awarded an EcoVadis Silver Medal following its very first sustainability assessment.
The result places the business among the top 15% of companies assessed by EcoVadis worldwide over the previous 12 months, marking an important milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible business practices.
EcoVadis is a globally recognised provider of business

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Karen Forret takes over as Bira President

06-11-2026 11:37 via ERT

Karen Forret of Wilkies Trading has been appointed President of the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), taking over from John Jones following the association’s Annual General Meeting. Ms Forret succeeds Mr Jones, of Philip Morris & Son, who has stepped down after two years in the role, having guided the association through a challenging period […]

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UK schools challenged to uncover 880 million unwanted electricals in nationwide recycling campaign

06-11-2026 10:00 via ERT

Primary schools across the UK are being encouraged to help tackle the country’s growing electrical waste problem as the Hidden Treasure Hunt returns for a second year, supported by Currys and a number of industry partners. The nationwide initiative aims to encourage children and their families to find, repair, reuse or recycle unwanted electrical products, […]

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