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• ESR’s Above and Beyond Awards 2026 open for entries!

  02-06-2026 11:43 via ewnews.co.uk
  The Electrical Safety Roundtable Above and Beyond Awards (ABA) 2026 are now open for entries. The Above and Beyond Awards recognise and celebrate individuals and organisations who go above and beyond their legal duty and strive to enhance and improve electrical safety within the workplace.
  The Awards provide a great opportunity to share best practice, promote electrical safety, gain recognition, and give clients and customers confidence in products and services.
   
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• Research highlights electrical safety knowledge gap

  03-06-2026 16:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  NICEIC has released new research raising awareness of the importance of electrical installation condition reports (EICRs) among homeowners.
  The findings highlight a significant gap in understanding of electrical safety, underlining the need for continued, industry-wide efforts to improve awareness and encourage regular inspection and testing.
  A poll of 2,000 UK homeowners, carried out by OnePoll, found one in seven have ignored potentially dangerous electrical faults such as constant tripping, b
  
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• Retail crime is getting worse – Bira members explain why

  03-06-2026 14:46 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has published its latest retail crime survey, with findings that paint an increasingly urgent picture of the pressures facing independent businesses across the UK. Nearly nine in ten independent retailers say theft has got worse, as the Bira crime survey reveals deepening crisis on Britain’s high streets. Across more […]
  
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• Technology Meets Design: CEDIA members showcase seamless smart tech at WOW!house 2026

  03-06-2026 12:52 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, is proud to announce seven integrator members and several manufacturer members will be taking part in WOW!house 2026 at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, from 2 June – 2 July 2026. Now in its fifth year, WOW!house provides the opportunity for distinguished interior designers and prominent international brands to unite in the creation of exceptional rooms and outdoo
  
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• CWIEME Berlin marks 30th edition with strong visitor growth

  03-06-2026 12:16 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  CWIEME Berlin 2026 concluded after three days of innovation, collaboration and industry-shaping discussion at Messe Berlin, marking a hugely successful 30th anniversary edition for the world’s leading event for the electrical manufacturing supply chain.
  This year’s event welcomed 435 exhibitors and achieved a total community footfall of over 11,700 across the three days. Compared with 2025, unique visitor attendance increased year-on-year, while overall visitor footfall also rose. Th
  
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• Unicrimp announces new ASM for London, Reading and Oxford

  03-06-2026 10:21 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Unicrimp is pleased to announce the appointment of Harry Charalambous as Area Sales Manager for the London, Reading and Oxford region.
  Harry brings more than seven years of experience within the electrical sector. He spent six years in branch management roles with leading electrical wholesalers across London, where he built strong customer relationships and developed a deep understanding of the trade. Most recently, he served as an Area Sales Manager for a recognised lighting manufacturer, furth
  
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• Hughes to close eight East Anglia stores

  02-06-2026 17:12 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Independent electrical retailer Hughes has announced plans to close eight of its 18 East Anglia locations, resulting in the loss of around 60 jobs. The century-old business said the closures form part of a wider strategy to adapt to changing consumer shopping habits, rising operating costs and increasing demand for online services. The sites scheduled […]
  
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• Smart home and premium electrical products surface in SNP embezzlement case

  02-06-2026 16:20 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  A range of electrical and connected home products has emerged from court evidence in the SNP embezzlement case involving former party chief executive Peter Murrell, who admitted stealing more than £400,000 from the Scottish National Party. While the case is primarily a political and criminal justice story, published details of the investigation reveal a surprising […]
  
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• CEF partnership to support children with complex medical needs

  02-06-2026 10:21 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  City Electrical Factors (CEF) is proud to announce an exciting new charity partnership with WellChild to help children with complex medical needs thrive at home, supporting families across the UK with fundraising, awareness and practical hands-on help.
  WellChild’s work spans specialist nurses, family support programmes and practical projects that make everyday life safer and more manageable for affected families.
  Through the partnership, CEF will support families across the UK through fund
  
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• Bobcat urges smarter safety shoe choices for summer

  01-06-2026 16:28 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  After record-high temperatures and what promises to be another scorching hot summer, Overland Shoes, the company behind Bobcat Safety Footwear, has emphasised the importance of workers choosing the right safety boots or shoes to help them cope with the heat.
  For busy installers, contractors, and other tradespeople working 10-12-hour days, often outdoors, it is especially important to prioritise wearability during the summer months, particularly as the UK recently recorded its hottest day in May
  
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• IceKing product named Best Fridge Freezer for small kitchens and awarded Good Housekeeping Institute Approval for 2026

  01-06-2026 16:09 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  IceKing, a trading arm of the Cookology family of home appliances, is proud to announce that its IceKing IK8951EW Freestanding Fridge Freezer has been recognised as the Best Fridge Freezer for Small Kitchens and has received official Good Housekeeping Institute Approval for 2026. Designed to offer exceptional performance without compromising on style or space, the […]
  
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• Navigating the Great Retro Revival

  01-06-2026 12:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  As consumers increasingly embrace retro-inspired interiors and design-led appliances, retailers are being challenged to balance nostalgia with innovation. Business Development Director at Gekko, Rupert Cook, explores how the “Retro Revival” trend is reshaping purchasing behaviour. There was a time, not so long ago, when the “home of the future” was envisioned as a sterile, white-on-white […]
  
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• Leaker Direct Distribution says ‘Si’ to Bertazzoni

  01-06-2026 10:47 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Leaker Direct Distribution Ltd (LDD Group) has welcomed Bertazzoni into the fold, adding the premium Italian kitchen appliance company to its already extensive offer. One of the largest independent kitchen and appliance distributors in the UK, the family-run firm has stockholding in excess of £5m and operates from a 500,000 sq ft premises in Motherwell. […]
  
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• Volunteers raise vital funds for EIC

  29-05-2026 13:50 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  As Volunteers’ Week returns from 1–7 June, the Electrical Industries Charity is shining a spotlight on the hundreds of volunteers whose dedication helps raise vital funds, support colleagues in crisis, and strengthen communities across the UK electrical and energy industries.
  Last year alone, volunteers helped raise over £1 million for the EIC, and supported initiatives that reached more than 16,000 industry families.
   
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• Vent-Axia to tackle ventilation installation challenges at InstallerSHOW 2026

  29-05-2026 11:55 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Vent-Axia will offer installers the chance to join its seminar ‘Raising the standard – why quality ventilation installation matters’ at the InstallerSHOW 2026, NEC, Birmingham.
  Taking place on Thursday 25 June from 12.00-12.50 in the InstallerELECTRIC Theatre, the session will be presented by David Cook, group technical product Manager at VentAxia, and will cover how to overcome ventilation installation challenges.
  The seminar is particularly timely following the publication of
  
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• Sync Energy takes product expertise on the road

  29-05-2026 11:51 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Sync Energy is hitting the road with a brand-new, all-electric demonstration van.
  The new roadshow van is designed to bring Sync Energy’s growing range of EV charging and home energy solutions directly to electrical wholesalers and contractors across the UK.
  The new Sync Energy Roadshow Van will tour the country over the coming months, visiting wholesaler branches, trade counters, events and customer sites to give contractors a closer look at the Sync Energy range, ask technical questions,
  
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• Luceco delivers intelligent LED lighting solution at 5 Journey Campus, Cambridge

  29-05-2026 11:46 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Luceco has delivered a comprehensive, fully integrated LED lighting and controls solution at 5 Journey Campus, a state-of-the-art life sciences hub in Cambridge.
  In partnership with KRB Installations, the project demonstrates Luceco’s capability to design and deliver complex, specification-led lighting schemes across highly diverse environments, while meeting strict regulatory requirements and the architect’s aesthetic vision.
  5 Journey Campus, a four-storey innovation workspace, und
  
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• Haier highlights the power of care at Roland-Garros 2026

  29-05-2026 11:09 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Haier used its presence at Roland-Garros 2026 to showcase how the concept of care underpins both sporting performance and everyday life. As Official Partner of the prestigious tennis tournament, the brand hosted a special event titled “From the Court to Everyday Life”, bringing together experts from the worlds of sport, nutrition, innovation and sustainability to […]
  
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• Sony debuts BRAVIA 9 II and BRAVIA 7 II True RGB TVs, plus BRAVIA Theatre Trio sound system

  28-05-2026 14:18 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Long rumoured, and now finally revealed, Sony has finally lifted the veil of secrecy from its first True RGB televisions, the BRAVIA 9 II and BRAVIA 7 II, reports Steve May. And, by way of a surprise, Sony has also announced the high-end BRAVIA Theatre Trio wireless sound system. The group form the centrepiece of […]
  
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• Hisense UR8 TV series to bring “RGB MiniLED tech more homes’

  27-05-2026 12:28 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Hisense has introduced the UR8, an accessible RGB MiniLED TV series designed to bring next-generation display technology, natural and real color, immersive entertainment, and advanced gaming performance to more consumers worldwide. As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense says it continues to push the industry toward a new pinnacle of display technology through its latest […]
  
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• Forbes Group celebrates 100 years

  27-05-2026 10:30 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The Forbes Group has proudly celebrated its centenary with a special ceremony marking 100 years in business –  a milestone that reflects a century of trusted service, innovation, and enduring family values. Founded in 1926,  Forbes has grown into a nationally recognised business serving both commercial and consumer markets across the UK, while remaining proudly […]
  
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• Ultimate Products appoints Simon Harrison as new CEO

  26-05-2026 10:44 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Ultimate Products has announced a major leadership transition, appointing Simon Harrison as its new Chief Executive Officer as the homewares group prepares for its next phase of growth. Harrison, currently CEO of Princes Group PLC, will join Ultimate Products as CEO designate on September 5 2026 before formally taking over on 26 October 2026. He […]
  
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• Bluestem Group takes on 75-Mile challenge

  22-05-2026 15:16 via ertonline.co.uk
  To mark sister company CEF’s 75th anniversary, a team of determined colleagues from Bluestem Group, including Group Manager Rebecca Batchelor, are preparing to take on an epic three-day fundraising challenge in the Forest of Dean this June. The team will canoe, cycle and hike their way across an impressive 75-mile route, all in support of […]
  
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• Anker doubles down on UK retail growth with AI-powered launches at first UK Anker Day

  22-05-2026 10:38 via ertonline.co.uk
  At London’s OXO Tower yesterday (May 21), Anker Innovations used its first UK Anker Day event to send a clear message to retail partners and the wider consumer tech market: the company is accelerating aggressively across multiple categories, with AI now central to its strategy. The “Where Ultimate Meets Possible” showcase brought together media, retailers […]
  
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• CDA returns to profitability as UK appliance brand outperforms market in 2025

  21-05-2026 15:57 via ertonline.co.uk
  CDA has returned to profitability for the first time since 2020, following a strong trading performance in 2025 that saw the British kitchen appliance brand outperform the wider market across all four of its core categories. The business, which is the UK subsidiary of Amica Group, reported turnover of £42m and improved its profitability (PBT) […]
  
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• Advanced launches new CPD on Smoke Control Systems

  21-05-2026 12:52 via ewnews.co.uk
  Advanced has expanded its Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme with the launch of a new course focused on smoke control systems and their role in protecting life and property.
  Titled Smoke Control Systems: Principles, Pitfalls and Protection, the free CPD has been developed to provide consultants, specifiers, fire engineers, installers, facilities managers and other fire safety professionals with a practical understanding of smoke control strategies, system types and compliance re
  
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• Extended deadline for ERT Awards 2026 closes May 29

  21-05-2026 11:32 via ertonline.co.uk
  There is now just one week left to enter the 2026 ERT Awards after organisers confirmed a deadline extension until May 29. The extension gives retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors across the electrical retail sector one final opportunity to submit entries for this year’s awards programme, which takes place on October 15 at the Grand […]
  
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• TRIC Awards 2026 nominees announced

  21-05-2026 11:21 via ertonline.co.uk
  Excitement is building as the shortlists for the TRIC Awards 2026 are officially revealed, after months of support from viewers across the UK. The biggest names in television, radio and online will gather for a glittering day celebrating the nominees, with TRIC President Dan Walker leading the proceedings at the prestigious Grosvenor House on Park […]
  
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• John Lewis signs John-Lewis in ‘transfer of the summer’

  20-05-2026 20:58 via ertonline.co.uk
  Retail giant John Lewis Partnership has announced one of the most unusual partnerships in British sport and retail – signing footballer Lenell John-Lewis ahead of what the company is calling a “huge summer of sport”. The campaign, launched this week by John Lewis Partnership, plays on the striker’s surname and the long-running chant from fans: […]
  
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• Ansell lights up hospice relaxation room

  20-05-2026 13:08 via ewnews.co.uk
  Lighting manufacturer Ansell Lighting has continued its support for St. Rocco’s Hospice in Warrington with the creation of a feature lighting wall for a new relaxation room.
  St. Rocco’s was Warrington-headquartered Ansell’s charity of the year in 2025, with the business raising more than £1,200. The lighting specialist offered to support with the new relaxation facility, which is now benefitting patients and loved ones who use St. Rocco’s.
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