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• It’s about to get lit – introducing the ECN Awards!

  17-04-2023 13:59 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  
  Get ready for the newest and most spectacular industry event – the Electrical Contracting News Awards! The ECN Awards have been designed to recognise the very best of the electrical contracting industry and we invite you to join us for a night of celebration, great food, dancing and entertainment.
  Held at the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre in Coventry on 30 November 2023, this event will help kick off the Christmas party season in style!
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• Retail job losses highlight flawed thinking on business rates relief, says Bira

  26-01-2026 14:10 via ertonline.co.uk
  The British Independent Retail Association – Bira, has called on the Chancellor to urgently reconsider business rates relief following new figures showing sharp job losses in the retail sector. Official data from HMRC reveals that employment in wholesale and retail fell by 1.7 per cent in December 2025, with 72,000 fewer people employed compared to the […]
  
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• Hughes Electrical joins CIH

  26-01-2026 13:45 via ertonline.co.uk
  Combined Independents (Holdings) Ltd (CIH), the electrical buying group, part of Euronics, Europe’s largest electrical buying group, has welcomed Hughes Electrical, the award-winning domestic appliance retailer, as its newest member. Hughes has been providing affordable, reliable appliances from trusted brands like Samsung, LG, Miele and Bosch for over 100 years and is now one of […]
  
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• ‘Rising demand for energy-saving products despite cost barrier’

  26-01-2026 11:29 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  By 2050, four in five homes that will exist in the UK have already been built today, but in order to reach the UK’s net zero goals, most will require retrofitting with low-carbon heating systems and energy-efficient improvements.
  As the Government’s Warm Homes Plan sets out to help households save up to £600 off energy bills (based on the installation of heat pumps and other technologies), new research from energy experts at Uswitch, a comparison website for home services switc
  
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• You’re in charge!

  26-01-2026 11:26 via ertonline.co.uk
  By Paul Laville, Director at T21 Group “New year, new you. The future is yours for the taking.” At least, that’s what I tell myself at the start of every January. Five weeks later it’s back to the same old routine and my resolution to do something different has been crushed by the weight of […]
  
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• Win a trip to a group stage match in Miami this summer

  26-01-2026 10:24 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Play the BG Penalty Shootout for your chance to win hundreds of instant prizes and the grand prize: two hospitality tickets to a football group stage match at Miami Gardens.
  BG Electrical is bringing the thrill of the pitch to installers with an exciting new promotion packed with instant prizes and a headline sports experience.
  Taking part is quick and easy: simply spend £20 or more on BG Electrical products during the promotional period, upload your receipt or invoice on the competition&r
  
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• Screwfix launches exclusive Bosch EXPERT tool range

  23-01-2026 16:57 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Screwfix, a UK retailer of trade tools, accessories, and hardware products, has extended its product range with the launch of the Bosch EXPERT tool range, which is available exclusively through the retailer.
  The range includes power tools, batteries, accessories, and measuring tools. In total, 36 products are included, with 24 tools listed as exclusive to Screwfix.
  The tools are designed for professional use, with a focus on durability, user protection, and performance.
  The range is also supplie
  
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• Salko UK opens recruitment drive for 120 specialists

  23-01-2026 12:25 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Mechanical and electrical services provider Salko UK is inviting skilled professionals to join its growing workforce as it prepares for a busy programme of contracts supporting the delivery of power generation throughout 2026.
  Operating across multiple sites throughout the UK and Ireland, Salko UK will deliver a wide range of planned outages, inspections, upgrades, and repair works within the power generation sector.
  To support this programme, the company is recruiting across a broad range of di
  
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• Schneider introduces upgraded PowerPact 4 Powerboard

  23-01-2026 11:12 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Schneider Electric, a global energy technology company, today announced enhancements to its PowerPact 4 Powerboard offering, addressing the growing demand for space-saving options in electrical distribution.
  The new PowerPact 4 ComPacT NSXm Powerboard features an optimised, wall-mounted design and slimmer profile, which makes it lighter and more space efficient.
  Rated up to 250A, its fishbone structure with top and bottom entry points, as well as its removable door and cover handles, simplifies
  
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• Dimplex highlights its Quantum electric storage heaters

  22-01-2026 12:23 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Dimplex, a manufacturer of electric heating, heat pumps, and cooling systems, is spotlighting its Quantum electric storage heaters, which have been on the UK market for more than a decade and are positioned as a high heat retention (HHR) option for modern electric heating installations.
  The range combines HHR construction with self-learning charge control. It stores off-peak electricity and releases heat when required, aiming to provide more consistent room temperatures while managing energy use
  
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• NAPIT welcomes Government’s Warm Homes Plan

  22-01-2026 11:11 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Certification body and training provider NAPIT has welcomed the Government’s just-released ‘Warm Homes Plan’.
  The £15 billion plan will see direct support for householders to install technologies such as solar panels and a battery, zero- and low-interest loans for solar panels, and continued support for heat pump installs.
  There will also be support for renters and landlords to ensure homes are safe, warm, and affordable.
  Low-income households will receive free-of-charge
  
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• Sony and TCL confirm joint venture to run global TV and audio business

  21-01-2026 14:03 via ertonline.co.uk
  The consumer electronics business was taken by surprise this week by news that Sony and TCL are in talks to form a new joint venture for home entertainment products, reports Steve May. While unexpected in its timing, the move reflects longer-term structural changes in the global TV market, where scale, panel access and cost efficiency […]
  
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• NICEIC TechLive returns for 2026

  21-01-2026 13:22 via ewnews.co.uk
  Following the success of its inaugural TechLive event, NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification and training body for the electrical industry, is delighted to announce the return of TechLive, with two new events for 2026:
  NICEIC TechLive SurreyMercedes-Benz World, Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, KT13 0SLThursday 11 June 2026
  NICEIC TechLive SheffieldMagna, Sheffield Road, Rotherham, S60 1DXWednesday 30 September 2026
  NICEIC’s TechLive events are the ultimate in-person CPD resource, enabli
  
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• Schneider Electric UK&I launches ‘The Learning Loop’

  21-01-2026 13:21 via ewnews.co.uk
  Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has launched The Learning Loop, a monthly CPD-accredited online learning programme designed to support ongoing training, upskilling, and professional development across the electrical industry in the UK and Ireland.
  The new programme will offer two sessions each month, combining a CPD-accredited technical webinar with a follow-on session exploring how those principles are applied to real-world projects.
  As an accredited CPD provider, Schneid
  
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• Jefferson Tools publishes Tool Up Spring 2026 brochure

  21-01-2026 12:14 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Jefferson Tools, a tools supplier across the UK and Ireland, has released its Tool Up Spring 2026 brochure, bringing together a range of professional tools and workshop equipment for use across construction, industrial, automotive, and agricultural settings.
  The Sterling Edition runs from January to 30 April 2026 and includes products spanning hand tools, power tools, and air tools.
  Jefferson Tools says the range has been selected to reflect the practical requirements of trade users and workshop
  
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• UK Power Networks innovates new electricity pole tech

  21-01-2026 11:09 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  From driveways to rooftops, renewable energy is reshaping how we use electricity, and distribution network operator UK Power Networks is now deploying a new device to support the adoption of low-carbon technologies on traditional electricity networks.
  To help customers adopt clean technologies like electric vehicles and solar panels without delays, UK Power Networks is trialling a new technology that maximises the use of existing low-voltage cables rather than build anew.
  The company has partner
  
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• Falling employment figures prove shops need same business rates relief as pubs, says Bira

  21-01-2026 08:07 via ertonline.co.uk
  Independent retailers are facing the same crippling pressures as pubs but remain excluded from discussions about additional business rates support, Bira has warned, following the latest employment figures. Data from the Office for National Statistics showed payroll numbers fell by 135,000 in the year to November, with the decline concentrated in retail and hospitality. A […]
  
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• Vanish into the Music: Introducing the iFi Audio iDSD PHANTOM

  21-01-2026 08:01 via ertonline.co.uk
  British hi-fi manufacturer, iFi Audio has unveiled the iDSD PHANTOM – a new flagship home device that distils more than a decade of digital and analogue achievement into a single component, the company says. By uniting a reference-class DAC, ultra-resolution network streamer, and powerful headphone amplifier, the PHANTOM promises iFi’s most accomplished listening experience to […]
  
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• Tridonic supports lighting controls upgrade at Dublin offices

  20-01-2026 16:42 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Tridonic UK, a supplier of lighting technology, has contributed to the refurbishment of The Distillers Building in Smithfield, Dublin, supplying a DALI-2 lighting control system as part of a wider upgrade delivered with ACEC Distributors.
  The seven-storey office building has been redeveloped from its original limestone structure and is now designed to accommodate multiple government departments.
  The project required a lighting control system that could support flexible space use, long-term compl
  
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• Montpellier appoints Repair & Assure as Nationwide Service Partner

  20-01-2026 12:30 via ertonline.co.uk
  Montpellier Appliances has announced the appointment of Repair & Assure as its nationwide approved repair and service partner across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. The partnership brings together Montpellier’s established appliance portfolio with Repair & Assure’s national service capability, supporting a shared focus on customer experience, service consistency, and clear communication throughout the […]
  
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• Schneider Electric launches CPD programme, ‘The Learning Loop’

  20-01-2026 12:27 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Schneider Electric, a global energy technology company, has launched ‘The Learning Loop’, a monthly CPD-accredited online learning programme designed to support ongoing training, upskilling, and professional development across the electrical industry in the UK and Ireland.
  The new programme will offer two sessions each month, combining a CPD-accredited technical webinar with a follow-on session exploring how those principles are applied to real-world projects.
  As an accredited CPD pr
  
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• Brother UK launches app-based label printers for electricians

  20-01-2026 11:31 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Brother UK, an electronics manufacturer specialising in printers and office equipment, has introduced a new range of app-driven professional label printers aimed at electricians and network installers.
  The PT-E CUBE range allows users to create compliant labels from a phone, tablet, or laptop using the Brother Pro Label Tool app or P-touch Editor software.
  The keyboard-free devices are positioned as an alternative to handheld industrial label printers that rely on on-device keyboards.
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• Electrical Installation Live returns for a third year

  19-01-2026 17:11 via ewnews.co.uk
  Wired for tomorrow: Major event to tackle the key electrical installation challenges of the future.
  Consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First is pleased to announce that Electrical Installation Live, its dedicated electrical installation event, is returning for a third year.
  The half-day afternoon event will take place on Tuesday 28 April 2026 at the Institution of Engineering and Technology, Savoy Place, London.
  Launched in 2024, Electrical Installation Live brings together experts from a
  
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• Voltempo powers UK’s first megawatt-scale eHGV charging hub

  19-01-2026 15:13 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The eFREIGHT 2030 consortium has reached a major milestone with the official opening of the UK’s first megawatt-scale electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) charging site, using charging system provider Voltempo’s HyperCharger technology, at East Midlands Gateway to support Kuehne+Nagel’s UK road operations.
  Formally opened on 15 January with Chris McDonald, Minister for Industry in the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Business and Trade (
  
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• Bertazzoni UK reveals estimated net carbon savings equivalent to 135 tonnes of CO²

  19-01-2026 14:20 via ertonline.co.uk
  The UK and Eire division of Bertazzoni, Italian company renowned for the production of kitchen appliances since 1882, achieved estimated net carbon savings in 2024 equivalent to 4,216 train journeys from London to Glasgow. Accomplished through end-of-life electrical waste recycling activities, the brand, synonymous with Made in Italy across the world, turned waste into opportunity […]
  
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• AMDEA launches Register my Appliance week 19-23 January 2026 

  19-01-2026 13:52 via ertonline.co.uk
  The top 10 things homeowners put off fixing around the house include noisy or vibrating washing machines, overflowing gutters and dripping taps, according to a new survey conducted by OnePoll[i] for the Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (AMDEA) to mark Register My Appliance Week (19-23 January 2026). Slow-draining sinks or showers (23 per cent), freezers constantly icing up (16 per cent) […]
  
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• Scottish Government urged to protect apprenticeships in new Bill

  19-01-2026 12:32 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Scotland’s construction industries are calling for urgent assurances that new Tertiary Education and Training Bill will safeguard the nation’s skills pipeline at a critical moment for the economy.
  As it prepares for its Stage 3 Debate this week, industry leaders say the Bill represents one of the most significant reforms to Scotland’s skills landscape in a generation.
  But, along with MSP Monica Lennon, they also warn that unless the legislation fully recognises and protects the
  
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• Rexel opens new Derry branch

  19-01-2026 11:36 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Electrical wholesaler Rexel UK will open a new branch in Derry on 26 January 2026, expanding its coverage across Northern Ireland.
  The site joins the company’s existing locations in Belfast, Coleraine, and Cliftonville, and forms part of a wider plan to increase local support for customers.
  The new branch also represents an investment in the area, creating three roles at launch with more expected during the first year.
  Services for contractors and local projects
  Rexel says its site will pr
  
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• NAPIT EXPO Roadshow returns for 2026

  16-01-2026 16:36 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The NAPIT EXPO Roadshows return for 2026 with a brand-new series of events to cover the impact of Amendment 4 of the IET Wiring Regulations.
  Across four venues, the event – organised by the green skills and compliance-focused company – will bring together electrical professionals, technical experts, and leading industry partners.
  This set of events promises expert insights, hands-on learning, and CPD opportunities for every attendee. It is designed to provide knowledge, networking, a
  
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• NVC Lighting supplies lighting to Brighton cricket facility

  16-01-2026 11:03 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  The University of Brighton has opened what it describes as the UK’s largest indoor cricket academy, with LED lighting supplied by NVC Lighting.
  The academy forms part of the university’s new Brighton Sport and Health Complex and is a partnership with Square One Cricket.
  It provides indoor training space for players of all ages and abilities and is also open beyond the student community.
  Electrical contractor TJ Electrical delivered the lighting installation, working with supplie
  
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