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• Develop Training achieves the Investors in People Gold Award

  20-01-2023 14:46
  
  Develop Training has announced that it has been awarded the coveted gold standard from Investors in People (IIP).
  Achieved by less than 10% of those that apply for IIP accreditation, Develop Training is now officially considered the kind of workplace that puts the development, progression, and performance of its team as a central focus within its organisation.
  The IIP is a not-for-profit organisation that has worked with over 50,000 organisations to assess how each of these workplaces’ cul
  
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• Women’s Month: breaking the taboo on menopause

  05-10-2026 16:43 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The Electrical Industries Charity will be joined by Tanith Lee, a UK-based health coach and menopause specialist, for an informative talk about women’s health and breaking the taboo on menopause.
  Tanith will bring her lived experience, empathy, and professional expertise to educate us on the stigmas and misunderstandings that surround the topic of menopause. Her talk will work to bust the common myths and break stigmas to ensure everyone of any gender has a better understanding of menopaus
  
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• EIC to offer free wills to over 55s in October

  05-10-2026 16:39 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  This October, the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is bringing its free Will-writing service for individuals aged over 55.
  The National Wills Report 2025 found that only 37% of UK adults have made a Will (Source: The National Will Register), demonstrating a significant decrease from prior years.
  We know there can be barriers that stop people from having a Will made. One in four Brits still claim they don’t know how to make a Will, and this gap continues to deter many from beginning the
  
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• CIH takes road show on the road with “Reloaded” events

  05-10-2026 12:41 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Combined Independents (Holdings) Ltd (CIH) has hailed the launch of its new Tradeshow Reloaded regional events, bringing suppliers and Euronics members together at two locations across the UK. The electrical buying group held the inaugural events at Ascot Racecourse on 20 September and Aintree Racecourse on 27 September, giving members in the North and South […]
  
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• CIH hits the road with “Reloaded” events

  05-10-2026 12:41 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Combined Independents (Holdings) Ltd (CIH) has hailed the launch of its new Tradeshow Reloaded regional events, bringing suppliers and Euronics members together at two locations across the UK. The electrical buying group held the inaugural events at Ascot Racecourse on 20 September and Aintree Racecourse on 27 September, giving members in the North and South […]
  
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• Humax announces MX PRO 22kW commercial EV charger

  05-10-2026 11:32 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Humax EV Charging will launch the Humax MX PRO 22kW EV charger at Fleet & Mobility Live (NEC Birmingham, 6 – 7 October 2026, stand H3), introducing a commercial charging solution created specifically for fleets, depots, workplace environments, commercial buildings and apartments. Built to simplify both initial deployment and future expansion, the Humax MX PRO […]
  
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• Haier Europe’s Sustainability Report 2025 sets out progress in renewable electricity and appliance efficiency

  02-10-2026 13:18 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Haier Europe has published its Sustainability Report 2025, presenting its environmental, social and governance performance and the priorities guiding its work across operations, products and business relationships. Covering the period from 1 January to 31 December 2025, the document has been prepared with reference to the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), supporting the company’s compliance […]
  
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• Marshall unveils the Bromley 150 – ‘its most portable party speaker yet’

  02-10-2026 13:01 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Marshall has announced the launch of its “most portable party speaker yet”, the Bromley 150. Promising powerful sound in a compact, easy-to-carry design, it’s built for moments on the move, Marshall says. With 40+ hours of playtime, dynamic lighting effects that recreate the energy of a live gig, and mic and instrument inputs, Bromley 150 […]
  
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• Marks Electrical raises profit expectations ahead of peak trading

  01-10-2026 16:08 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Marks Electrical has raised its full-year profit expectations after reporting stronger-than-anticipated profitability during the first half of its financial year. The online electrical retailer said revenue for the year ending 31 March 2027 is expected to be broadly in line with market expectations, while adjusted EBITDA is now forecast to come in ahead of expectations […]
  
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• Sky previews new Glass and Stream features, leans into Voice AI and PVR-style cloud recording

  01-10-2026 14:09 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Five years after the first Sky Glass TV was launched, Sky is evolving the software that sits behind its connected television proposition, with new navigation, revised cloud recording, AI-powered voice search and a more consistent experience across Sky Glass, Sky Air, Sky Stream and mobile, reports Steve May. Sky threw open the doors to its […]
  
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• SELECT teams up with Luceco to help Scottish SMEs

  01-10-2026 13:06 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Campaigning trade body SELECT has partnered with Luceco Group to launch an ambitious new initiative that will deliver much-needed apprentice funding to small businesses across Scotland.
  The country’s largest construction trade association has teamed up with the market-leading manufacturer to unveil the Powering Potential initiative, which will see three SELECT member firms receive £6,000 each to help support the cost of a first-year apprentice.
  Announced at the SELECT President&rsquo
  
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• Power supply is all you need

  01-10-2026 12:42 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Unveiled at ISE 2026 by DoorBird, the world’s first IP Video Door Stations with integrated 5G technology are now entering regular distribution.
  Following their successful presentation at ISE 2026 in Barcelona, DoorBird, part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, is starting regular shipments of its D31x range with 5G. The D31TDV 5G and D31TDH 5G models were introduced at the beginning of 2026 as the world’s first IP Video Door Stations with integrated 5G technology and have since been deployed in
  
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• Ovia’s Infinity COB LED Strip for seamless lighting

  01-10-2026 12:38 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The Infinity COB LED Strip, from Ovia is designed to deliver smooth, dotless illumination for residential and commercial applications.
  Created to meet growing demand for discreet architectural lighting, the strip provides consistent light output and clean visual lines, making it ideal for kitchens, living areas and refined commercial environments.
  Seamless COB technology: Using Chip on Board (COB) technology, LED diodes are mounted directly onto a printed circuit board and coated with a phosphor
  
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• ESP expands its HDView CCTV portfolio

  01-10-2026 12:34 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  ESP has strengthened its security offering with the launch of its new HDView IP 24/7 camera range.
  The new range delivers full-colour imaging around the clock and gives electrical contractors a feature-rich solution for commercial environments where reliability and clarity are critical.
  As businesses continue to invest in improved site protection, ESP’s latest additions provide a reliable, high-performance option for upgrading existing systems or implementing new installations across retai
  
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• Molyslip Metal Cutting Compound available from Unicrimp

  01-10-2026 12:30 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Unicrimp, a Scolmore Group company, is now a distributor of the Molyslip Metal Cutting Compound – a high-performance soft paste that complements Unicrimp’s Q-Crimp range.
  Fortified with MoS2, the compound has been developed to deliver enhanced lubricity and cutting performance in steel conduit installations and other metal cutting applications.
  Molyslip is a market-leading UK-based manufacturer of specialised lubricants, with products trusted by the trade for over nine decades. Desig
  
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• Click Scolmore’s Elucian pre-populated consumer units

  01-10-2026 12:23 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Click Scolmore continues to strengthen its Elucian consumer unit range with a focus on practical solutions that support efficient, high-quality installations.
  A key part of this offering is its range of pre-populated consumer units.
  Designed to support installers across both small and large-scale projects, Elucian’s pre-populated consumer units come pre-fitted with Main Switches, SPDs/Main Switches, and RCDs – providing a convenient, ready-configured solution that helps reduce instal
  
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• Click Scolmore adds Matt Bronze and Matt Black to Define range

  01-10-2026 12:06 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Click Scolmore has announced a significant expansion to its Define flat-plate wiring accessory range.
  The Define range now includes Matt Bronze and Matt Black finishes across the entire product portfolio.
  This update adds 170 new product combinations, extending two of the company’s newest and most in-demand decorative finishes into its premium 6mm flat-plate platform.
  The Matt Bronze and Matt Black finishes were recently introduced to the Deco, Deco+ and Definity Complete ranges, where the
  
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• Ansell extends Xpress capability

  01-10-2026 11:44 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Leading lighting manufacturer Ansell Lighting has extended its popular Xpress capability across two further product ranges.
  Designed to speed up installation and simplify retrofit upgrades, Ansell has applied the Xpress clip-in system – which enables emergency and microwave sensor functionality to be added quickly and easily to standard products – to its Disco Evo bulkhead and Nouline batten.
  The updated products feature clearly labelled gear trays with dedicated press and clip conne
  
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• Parallel thinking: solving everyday engineering challenges

  01-10-2026 11:38 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  British brand Maun Industries designs and manufactures specialist pliers and tools that help professional overcome everyday challenges with greater precision, comfort and efficiency.
  At the heart of many of Maun’s most popular products is a unique, parallel-action jaw design. Unlike conventional pliers, Maun’s jaws always move in parallel, providing more secure grip and greater control across a wide range of applications.
  This innovative design offers several important benefits. The
  
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• Stabila launches LAX 60 G GreenBeam cross line laser

  01-10-2026 11:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Stabila has launched the new LAX 60 G cross line laser – a compact and versatile solution for accurate marking and alignment work in interior construction and installation.
  Thanks to GreenBeam technology, the Stabila LAX 60 G projects extremely bright, razor-sharp green laser lines which are visible at a distance of up to 30m, even in daylight. In manual mode the lines can be flexibly positioned at any inclination, while in pulse mode the working area can be enlarged to as much as 80m with
  
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• Cutting through the toughest jobs

  01-10-2026 11:19 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Maun’s Diagonal Cutting Pliers deliver more power with less effort.
  For engineers, electricians, mechanics and technicians, cutting hard wire is an everyday task. Whether working with spring steel, electrical cable or specialist wire in industrial applications, repeated cutting can quickly lead to hand fatigue, reduced precision and lower productivity.
  British manufacturer Maun industries’ Diagonal Cutting Pliers are designed specifically for demanding engineering, industrial and ele
  
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• Knightsbridge launches special K-Line track lighting

  01-10-2026 11:12 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Knightsbridge has launched K-Line, a versatile three-circuit track lighting range designed to deliver greater flexibility, control and simplicity for commercial lighting applications.
  Created for retail, hospitality, office and commercial environments, K-Line combines sleek aesthetics with practical performance, enabling designers, specifiers, installers and end users to create adaptable lighting schemes from a single streamlined track system.
  Unlike conventional single-circuit systems, K-Line i
  
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• Deligo’s new Easy Fit Dry Lining Boxes

  01-10-2026 11:07 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  When it comes to dry lining installations, speed, reliability, and ease of use are essential. Deligo’s Brand New Easy-Fit Dry Lining Box Collection, is a smarter solution for mounting electrical accessories in plasterboard and cavity wall installations.
  The dry lining boxes provide a secure and practical fixing point for switches, sockets, and other wiring accessories, making them ideal for both residential and commercial projects.
  The Easy-Fit range simplifies installation while maintaini
  
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• Axent premium-grade decorative

  01-10-2026 10:56 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Spring 2026 saw the launch of Axent Decorative Wiring Accessories – a comprehensive, high quality, value for money range under the Axiom Brand.
  Made to BSEN specifications, Axent represents one of the finest quality wiring accessory ranges on the market today. Ultra-flat and ultra-matt, this comprehensive range of switches and sockets redefines minimalism through precise engineering and craftsmanship.
  The range features two distinct options – first a Screwless collection with soft, c
  
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• Design meets practicality with Caple’s new matt black induction hobs

  29-09-2026 13:19 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Caple has introduced two matt black induction hobs to join an impressive cooking collection; offering retailers and designers a contemporary alternative to traditional black glass models. Available in both 59cm (C848iMB) and 77cm (C8641iMB) formats, the new appliances combine cutting-edge induction technology with a durable scratch-resistant matt black finish. As kitchen design continues to encompass […]
  
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• All I want for Christmas is…

  29-09-2026 13:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Gekko Business Development Director Rupert Cook takes a look at the gifts and gadgets set to be on consumers’ Christmas lists this year, and what retailers can expect from the festive season. As we move into the Q4 trading period, households across the UK are turning their attention to the annual tradition of Christmas shopping. […]
  
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• Dyson launches ‘MOT’ service to give old vacuums a new lease of life

  29-09-2026 12:20 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Dyson is launching a new servicing scheme in the UK designed to restore ageing vacuum cleaners and help customers keep their machines running for longer. Called Dyson Total Restore, the new service will launch on 14 October, with the UK becoming the first market in the world to receive it. Announced at the company’s Dyson […]
  
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• Major report warns stolen goods markets are driving theft – Bira says online platforms must be held to account.

  25-09-2026 15:26 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Bira has backed a major new report which shows that stolen goods markets are fuelling a surge in shop theft across Britain. The report finds that offenders are able to convert stolen stock into cash through car boot sales, online marketplaces and rogue traders. The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), which works with over 6,000 […]
  
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• Charity tackles regulation and emerging tech at annual Conference

  25-09-2026 10:32 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First has announced that its annual Electrical Product Safety Conference will be taking place on 26 November 2026, at Church House, Westminster, London. Now in its 18th year, the conference brings together leading experts and industry figures to explore the most pressing challenges in electrical product safety, share insight, and […]
  
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• Sirius celebrates 25 years in style at annual Trade Show

  24-09-2026 12:25 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Sirius Buying Group’s much-anticipated Annual Trade Show has concluded for another year – and this time with a milestone to match. The event took place on 16 September 2026 at Arena MK in Milton Keynes, marking the Group’s 25th anniversary year, and welcomed more than 450 people through the doors – a mix of Members, […]
  
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