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• EW March – The workforce of the future

  01-03-2024 10:03 via ewnews.co.uk
  MARCH 2024 ISSUE 
  National Apprenticeship Week, which takes place every year in February, provides a fantastic opportunity to highlight the positive impact that apprenticeship qualifications have on local communities, employers and the industries they operate in.
  To meet the changing needs of our buildings in this new landscape of net zero targets and energy efficiency, we will need a skilled, driven and diverse workforce. Apprenticeships, which give people ways to change career paths as we
  
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• Finalists revealed for the ERT Awards 2026

  10-08-2026 16:31 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The wait is over – the finalists for the 2026 ERT Awards have officially been revealed! After another fantastic response from across the electrical retail industry, this year’s shortlist celebrates the retailers, manufacturers, suppliers, products and individuals that have stood out over the past 12 months. There are also several new awards making their debut […]
  
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• New research shows concerning scale of UK electrical incidents

  10-08-2026 11:16 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  New industry research from test equipment specialists Martindale Electric has revealed that 86% of electrical professionals have experienced an ‘electrical incident’ at work and it’s just part of a wider picture of many electrical incidents and near misses among UK electrical professionals.
  Martindale Electric has published new research showing the true scale of electrical incidents experienced by professionals working with electricity every day. An ‘electrical incident&r
  
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• CMP partners with Salex for US distrubution

  10-08-2026 10:14 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Manufacturer of cable management solutions CMP Products has partnered with Southern Ontario’s largest manufacturer’s agents, Salex.
  Headquartered in the UK, with offices around the globe including Edmonton and Houston, CMP Products’ extensive range – including cable glands, cable cleats and cable lugs – will now be available through Salex.
  The strategic partnership boosts CMPs position in the North American market and supports Salex’s expansion into the indust
  
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• Samsung takes different approach to IFA 2026 with central Berlin showcase

  07-08-2026 10:47 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Samsung is taking a different approach to IFA 2026 by moving its main trade, media and B2B activities away from the exhibition halls and into central Berlin, while also becoming the main sponsor of the show’s Creator Hub. Rather than exhibiting solely on the Messe Berlin exhibition grounds, Samsung will host product presentations and meetings […]
  
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• IFA 2026 app launches to help visitors plan meetings and navigate the show

  07-08-2026 10:40 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The official IFA 2026 app is now available to download, offering visitors a range of tools to help them plan their time at this year’s exhibition. Available on both Apple App Store and Google Play, the app has been designed to help trade visitors, exhibitors, journalists and other attendees make the most of their visit […]
  
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• On Point Appliances relocates to larger Woolston showroom

  05-08-2026 12:15 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Independent electrical retailer On Point Appliances has relocated to a new showroom in Woolston, Southampton, as the business prepares to expand its product offering. The retailer has moved to 2 Bridge Road, Woolston, SO19 2GQ, with the team beginning work from the new premises this week. Announcing the move on social media, the business described […]
  
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• Armour Home appoints Tony Stott as Brand Marketing Manager

  04-08-2026 16:46 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Armour Home Electronics Ltd. the company behind audio brands Goldring, QEDandQ Acoustics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Stott as Brand Marketing Manager. Mr Stott joins Armour Home with one clear mission, the company says – to help make some of Britain’s most respected audio brands a bigger part of music culture. It’s […]
  
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• ESR Above and Beyond Awards 2026 entry deadline extended

  04-08-2026 14:40 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The deadline for entering the Electrical Safety Roundtable Above and Beyond Awards (ABA) which opened for entries on June 1st, 2026, has now been extended to August 21st, 2026.
  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.
  Whether you are a manufacturer bringing a safety product to market, an organisation that has created an initiative to reduce electrical hazards, a
  
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• NICEIC responds to PM’s technical education reform announcement

  04-08-2026 14:34 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Following the government’s announcement that schools in England will offer greater access to technical and vocational subjects from age 14, NICEIC CEO Clair Mowbray commented:
  “We welcome this announcement as a positive step forward and an important recognition of the vital role that skilled trades will play in the UK’s future.
  “It is particularly encouraging to hear the Prime Minister specifically reference electricians as a profession that will be central to delivering
  
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• CDA Managing Director defies stroke to honour Robin Hood Half Marathon promise

  03-08-2026 14:20 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Last year, The CDA Group’s Managing Director, Chris Ward, crossed the finish line of the Robin Hood Half Marathon dressed as a CDA fridge, raising awareness and vital funds for Nottinghamshire mental health charities Harmless and The Tomorrow Project, while putting smiles on the faces of thousands of spectators. Thanks to the generosity of supporters, […]
  
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• META Charity Golf Day celebrates another successful year

  03-08-2026 12:54 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  The Merseyside Electrical Trades Association (META) has once again delivered a successful Charity Golf Day, bringing together leading names from across the electrical industry in support of children’s charities including Claire House, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Zoe’s Place and the Electrical Industries Charity.
  This year’s event, held in July at Blundell’s Hill Golf Club, saw strong participation from manufacturers, wholesalers and buying groups. Teams from Hage
  
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• Schneider Electric simplifies commercial EV charging

  03-08-2026 11:31 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Schneider Electric has announced a major upgrade to Schneider Charge Pro, its Level 2 commercial EV charger, introducing new capabilities to help property owners and operators deploy, manage and scale EV charging across the United States.
  The updates come as commercial property owners and fleets face growing demand for EV charging alongside increasing pressure on power availability, infrastructure and energy costs.
  Schneider Electric’s Charge Pro commercial EV chargers support a wide range
  
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• Electrical workforce growth stalls as demand surges for net zero and digital infrastructure

  03-08-2026 10:26 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  England faces a significant lack of people training to be electricians meaning key projects across energy and housing are at risk, according to new analysis from JTL. The government’s own assessment for electricians in construction and clean energy sectors alone requires the workforce to be 32,400 larger by 2035. With tens of billions of pounds of data centre projects expected this decade alongside major housing and energy infrastructure programmes, demand for skilled electricians is expec
  
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• Businesses urged to prepare winter heating plans

  02-08-2026 16:14 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Businesses are being urged to review heating, insulation and environmental control plans for the coming winter, after the Met Office’s latest State of the UK Climate report concluded that weather extremes are increasingly becoming the “new normal” for the UK, with records at both ends of the scale being broken more frequently than at any point in the modern era.
  Europe’s largest building services marketplace, HSS ProService Marketplace, is urging organisati
  
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• Electrolux Group reports stronger Q2 as AEG and Electrolux brands gain ground in Europe

  29-07-2026 11:30 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Electrolux Group has reported stronger underlying second-quarter results, with sales growth in Europe driven by continued demand for its Electrolux and AEG built-in kitchen appliance ranges. The manufacturer reported net sales of SEK31.6bn (£2.45bn), up slightly from SEK31.3bn (£2.43bn) a year earlier, while underlying operating profit increased to SEK1.2bn (£93m) from SEK797m (£62m). The improvement […]
  
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• Bira: Independent retailers cautiously welcome fall in shoplifting but warn true scale of retail crime remains hidden

  28-07-2026 10:13 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Bira has cautiously welcomed a fall in recorded shoplifting offences, while warning that official figures likely understate the true scale of retail crime facing independent businesses. New data from the Office for National Statistics shows shoplifting offences fell by 4 per cent to 507,086 in the year ending March 2026, down from 530,324 the previous year. The […]
  
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• Glen Dimplex Home Appliances strengthens sales team with two senior appointments

  28-07-2026 10:07 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Glen Dimplex Home Appliances (GDHA) has strengthened its sales team with two senior appointments, reinforcing its commitment to supporting retail partners across both national and independent channels. Jeanette Jones has re-joined the business to manage key national accounts, while Peter Hewitson joins as Independent Channel Manager, responsible for developing and supporting GDHA’s independent retail partnerships. […]
  
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• Iceking & Cookology become approved suppliers to CIH

  27-07-2026 14:34 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  ​Iceking and Cookology, manufacturer of British designed kitchen appliances is excited to become approved suppliers to Combined Independent Holdings (CIH), Europe’s largest electrical buying group with around 450 members and approximately 600+ stores across the UK. Part of Euronics and celebrating more than 60 years of bringing together independent retailers and brand partners across the […]
  
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• VCHRGD enters next phase of expansion

  27-07-2026 13:46 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  VCHRGD has announced the next phase of its evolution, from a successful charging hardware business into an integrated charging technology company.
  This next phase comes after achieving 200% year-on-year growth, reaching profitability in 2026 and completing a successful funding round.
  Launched in 2021, VCHRGD has established itself as one of the UK’s fastest-growing businesses in the EV charging sector, evolving to become an integrated platform that combines connected charging technology, i
  
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• VCHRGD enters next phase of expansion

  27-07-2026 13:46 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  VCHRGD has announced the next phase of its evolution, from a successful charging hardware business into an integrated charging technology company.
  This next phase comes after achieving 200% year-on-year growth, reaching profitability in 2026 and completing a successful funding round.
  Launched in 2021, VCHRGD has established itself as one of the UK’s fastest-growing businesses in the EV charging sector, evolving to become an integrated platform that combines connected charging technology, i
  
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• Snickers Workwear names Band of Builders as charity partner

  27-07-2026 13:40 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Snickers Workwear’s new charity partnership with Band of Builders is part of a shared commitment to supporting those who make up the backbone of the construction industry.
  The partnership will see Snickers Workwear and Band of Builders work together on a range of initiatives designed to raise vital funds and support for construction workers and their families facing challenging circumstances. The brand will also provide free workwear for hundreds of volunteers as they carry out charity pro
  
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• Snickers Workwear names Band of Builders as charity partner

  27-07-2026 13:40 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Snickers Workwear’s new charity partnership with Band of Builders is part of a shared commitment to supporting those who make up the backbone of the construction industry.
  The partnership will see Snickers Workwear and Band of Builders work together on a range of initiatives designed to raise vital funds and support for construction workers and their families facing challenging circumstances. The brand will also provide free workwear for hundreds of volunteers as they carry out charity pro
  
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• Manrose launches stylish Black Tiled Fan for modern bathrooms

  27-07-2026 13:34 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Ticking all the right boxes for electrical wholesalers and electricians, the Black Tiled Fan combines contemporary styling with reliable performance and easy installation.
  Manrose, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer, has launched a new Black Tiled Fan. Designed to complement modern interiors, the fan features a sleek black tiled fascia that blends seamlessly into modern bathrooms and WCs.
  As black finishes continue to grow in popularity throughout the home, the fan offers wholesalers an
  
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• Manrose launches stylish Black Tiled Fan for modern bathrooms

  27-07-2026 13:34 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Ticking all the right boxes for electrical wholesalers and electricians, the Black Tiled Fan combines contemporary styling with reliable performance and easy installation.
  Manrose, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer, has launched a new Black Tiled Fan. Designed to complement modern interiors, the fan features a sleek black tiled fascia that blends seamlessly into modern bathrooms and WCs.
  As black finishes continue to grow in popularity throughout the home, the fan offers wholesalers an
  
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• Switchtec launches new components catalogue

  27-07-2026 13:27 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Switchtec has launched Issue 10 of its Electrical Control Components Catalogue.
  Designed to support the needs of the wholesale sector, the latest edition now spans over 175 pages and offers an even broader range of products for electrical wholesalers and distributors.
  It builds on Switchtec’s established core range while introducing key additions, including industrial plugs and sockets, contactors and preassembled light towers – enabling wholesalers to expand their product offering t
  
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• Switchtec launches new components catalogue

  27-07-2026 13:27 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Switchtec has launched Issue 10 of its Electrical Control Components Catalogue.
  Designed to support the needs of the wholesale sector, the latest edition now spans over 175 pages and offers an even broader range of products for electrical wholesalers and distributors.
  It builds on Switchtec’s established core range while introducing key additions, including industrial plugs and sockets, contactors and preassembled light towers – enabling wholesalers to expand their product offering t
  
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• Ovia’s upgraded Orbik Emergency Five-in-One Exit Sign

  27-07-2026 13:06 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Ovia, part of the Scolmore Group, continues to strengthen its Orbik by Ovia emergency lighting range.
  The portfolio has undergone signi­ficant investment to elevate innovation, performance and compliance. A major part of the upgraded portfolio is the Synex5 a Five-in-One Exit Sign. Designed for maximum flexibility, the Synex5 provides multiple mounting options within a single unit – ceiling and wall mount as standard, with additional accessories available for suspended, recessed, or si
  
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• Ovia’s upgraded Orbik Emergency Five-in-One Exit Sign

  27-07-2026 13:06 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  Ovia, part of the Scolmore Group, continues to strengthen its Orbik by Ovia emergency lighting range.
  The portfolio has undergone signi­ficant investment to elevate innovation, performance and compliance. A major part of the upgraded portfolio is the Synex5 a Five-in-One Exit Sign. Designed for maximum flexibility, the Synex5 provides multiple mounting options within a single unit – ceiling and wall mount as standard, with additional accessories available for suspended, recessed, or si
  
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• Sangamo’s three channel programmable thermostat kit

  27-07-2026 13:00 via ewnews.co.uk
  
  With August marking the start of pre-winter boiler checks and heating upgrades, Sangamo is reminding installers of its easy-to-install, Part L-compliant, three channel programmable thermostat kit.
  The kit provides independent control of two heating zones and hot water, helping installers meet the requirements of Part L Building Regulations, where zoned heating is stipulated. Late summer is when homeowners begin thinking about winter readiness – booking boiler servicing, replacing outdated
  
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