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• Mayor of Swindon opens Develop Training’s newest training centre

  24-11-2022 11:58
  Develop Training has officially opened the doors to its newest training centre in Swindon, with the Mayor of Swindon attending the opening to carry out the ribbon cutting ceremony. The new centre is located at Unit 3 Richmond House, Edison Park.
  With centres opening in Birmingham, Ashford, Norfolk and Brentwood, and both the York and Derby centres undergoing extensive refurbishment, 2022 has been one of the busiest years in the company’s 50-year history. All of Develop Training’s cen
  
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• Comet comes back into orbit as an electricals marketplace

  09-11-2026 15:09 via ERT
  
  Comet has relaunched as a specialist online electricals marketplace, 14 years after its stores closed. The company says it has more than one million products from 2,500 sellers at launch and is recruiting more retailers and brands ahead of Christmas.  The relaunch follows OnBuy’s acquisition of the Comet brand from Misco Technologies in May 2025. […]
  
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• Hotpoint launches new cooking campaign with cookbook author Amy Sheppard

  09-11-2026 13:00 via ERT
  
  Hotpoint has launched a new consumer marketing campaign, Weekend Well Spent, featuring cookbook author and food personality Amy Sheppard, as the manufacturer continues to invest in its built-in cooking portfolio. Running throughout November and December, the campaign brings together consumer research, influencer partnerships, paid media and PR activity to raise awareness of Hotpoint’s latest cooking […]
  
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• EIC named BELL Lighting’s Charity of the Year

  09-11-2026 12:51 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  BELL Lighting has announced the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) as its official Charity of the Year, strengthening its commitment to supporting individuals and families across the electrical and energy sector.
  The partnership will enable the EIC to expand the support it provides to people throughout the industry, helping more individuals and families access vital services when they need them most.
  As a business that has been part of the electrical industry for more than a century, BELL Light
  
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• New consumer guidance on Plug-In Solar Devices launched

  09-11-2026 12:16 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  The Electrical Safety Roundtable (ESR) has launched new guidance to help consumers make informed and safe choices when buying, installing and using plug-in solar devices.
  The ESR is reminding consumers that there is more to consider than simply buying a device from a supermarket, DIY store or online retailer. The aim of the guidance is to encourage safety by explaining the checks and precautions needed to help ensure these systems are compliant, suitable and installed correctly.
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• IDE UK announces new stock location in Stoke-on-Trent

  09-11-2026 11:55 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  IDE Electric has announced a new UK stock location with Tech3PL in Stoke-on-Trent, marking another important step in the company’s continued development within the UK electrical market.
  IDE’s offering extends across electrical enclosures and cabinets, terminal boxes, industrial plugs and sockets, distribution and protection, thermal management and customised solutions, providing opportunities across a variety of electrical applications and sectors. The company has been steadily developing it
  
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• Electrical Safety First reveals speaker line-up for 2026 conference

  09-11-2026 11:50 via ERT
  
  Electrical Safety First has announced the speaker line-up for its Electrical Product Safety Conference 2026, bringing together leading figures from government, retail, manufacturing and regulation to discuss the challenges facing the electrical industry. Taking place on 26 November at Church House in Westminster, London, the event is expected to welcome more than 200 professionals from […]
  
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• 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.
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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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• Samsung previews HDR10+ ADVANCED for smarter TV picture processing, sets due in 2027

  05-11-2026 15:00 via ERT
  
  Samsung is prepping a new generation of TVs built around HDR10+ Advanced, the latest iteration of the HDR10+ ecosystem, reports Steve May. The new picture-processing platform features expanded scene-by-scene metadata, AI-powered tone mapping, intelligent motion control and cloud gaming optimisation. Even as TV panels become brighter and more capable, much of today’s TV content today […]
  
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• Bobcat Safety Footwear Makes Heavyweight Appointment to Drive Its Next Phase of Growth

  05-11-2026 13:57 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Rob Haines, formerly of Dickies, CAT Workwear UK and Briggs Industrial Footwear, appointed as Head of Sales for Safety Footwear
  Overland Shoes, the footwear powerhouse behind Bobcat Safety Footwear, is expanding its commercial leadership team with the appointment of Rob Haines as Head of Sales for Safety Footwear, effective immediately.
  Bringing more than 30 years of international sales experience across footwear, workwear and construction, Haines will lead sales development for Bobcat Safety Fo
  
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• Rangemaster launches Euronics-exclusive range cooker

  05-11-2026 13:37 via ERT
  
  Rangemaster, the British range cooker brand, has launched a new range cooker, the Aura, which will be available exclusively to Euronics’ Partners. Offering “Effortless Cooking for Everyday Living”, the new model comes in 90cm and 110cm sizes and features a range of flexible cooking options, either with a five-induction zone hob, complete with two preset […]
  
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• “Capping the BUS risks stalling the heat pump market”

  05-11-2026 10:55 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Following the news that projected funding under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme will not be met, Mark Krull from LCL Awards and Logic4training, warns that capping support for retrofit heat pumps could undermine confidence and installation targets.
  “We were expecting the BUS to be cut in the Autumn budget, thanks to rumours circulating in the media, and although not mentioned in John Healey’s speech, the cuts have nevertheless unfortunately materialised. The current funding level of £400 million w
  
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• Peter Tyson celebrates 60 years in business

  05-11-2026 10:35 via ERT
  
  Independent electrical retailer Peter Tyson is celebrating its 60th anniversary, having grown from a small television shop in Carlisle into one of the UK’s largest independent hi-fi and AV specialists. Founded in 1966 by Peter Tyson, the family-run business now operates three showrooms across Carlisle, Workington and Newcastle upon Tyne, alongside a national online and […]
  
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• CDA tops ethical ratings across four appliance categories

  05-11-2026 10:30 via ERT
  
  CDA has been named the highest-rated brand for ethical practices across four major domestic appliance categories, according to the latest research from The Good Shopping Guide. The appliance manufacturer has secured the top position in the organisation’s Ethical Ratings Tables for cookers, dishwashers, fridge freezers and washing machines. In the latest Cookers Ethical Ratings Table, […]
  
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• EAS requirements are changing – is the electrical sector ready?

  04-11-2026 13:46 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Organisations registered with a scheme provider may soon need to demonstrate individual Level 3 competency on some of the works they are already undertaking – which is why CEF is now offering accessible training to support electricians following the October 1st implementation date.
  Changes to the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) requirements changed this autumn, but is everyone affected aware of what they are?
  From October 2026, individuals working for companies registered with
  
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• Skills England Chair visits JTL’s West Midlands centre

  04-11-2026 13:35 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Phil Smith CBE, Chair of Skills England, visited JTL’s West Midlands training centre in Aston last week to see its apprenticeship training first-hand and discuss how the skills system can better support employers and apprentices.
  The visit comes against a backdrop of growing employer demand for skilled electricians and plumbers, as JTL’s own research shows the UK’s electrical workforce remains 25% smaller than in 2018 and on course to shrink by a further 32% by 2038 without intervention.
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• How do I make the most of the Golden Quarter?

  04-11-2026 13:00 via ERT
  
  It’ll be here before you know it! With Black Friday and Christmas fast approaching, Gekko’s Callum Puffett, Marketing Executive, looks at how retailers can prepare for the all-important peak trading season. It wasn’t that long ago that Black Friday meant a single, frantic day of in-store queues and website crashes. Today, the reality of peak […]
  
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• Futuresource unveils full agenda for Audio Collaborative 2026

  04-11-2026 12:23 via ERT
  
  Futuresource has revealed the full agenda and sponsor line-up for Audio Collaborative 2026, which will bring together leading names from the audio industry in London next week. Taking place on 11 November at the Ham Yard Hotel in Soho, the annual event will explore some of the biggest developments shaping the audio market, including artificial […]
  
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• Black and gold: Bertazzoni launches 17 new range cooker finishes

  04-11-2026 11:09 via ERT
  
  Bertazzoni has introduced a swathe of new range cookers focused solely on black colourways and gold touches. Carbonio (matt black-finished) dual-fuel models in single, double and triple-oven configurations (Professional Series), completely black gas and induction range cookers (Master Series) and gold-knobbed double ovens in stainless steel and matt black options (Master Series). Developed to meet […]
  
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• DALI appoints Ben Davidson as Senior Sales Manager, CI

  04-11-2026 08:57 via ERT
  
  Premium audio brand, DALI, has announced the appointment of Ben Davidson as Senior Sales Manager, CI (UK), starting on 16 November, 2026. He joins the team with extensive experience spanning commercial and product roles at Bowers & Wilkins, Monitor Audio and AWE-Europe. According to DALI, the appointment reinforces the company’s commitment to developing and supporting […]
  
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• E&S Solutions Joins AMDEA’s Associate Member Group

  03-11-2026 13:35 via ERT
  
  AMDEA, The UK Home Appliance Association, is delighted to announce that specialist small and floorcare appliance repairers E&S Solutions (DAR) Ltd has joined AMDEA’s  Associate Member Group. AMDEA CEO,  Stefan Hay says: “E&S Solutions is a very welcome addition to our Associate Member Group  (AMG), which continues to grow to include companies involved in the […]
  
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• Vent-Axia celebrates 90 years of British innovation

  03-11-2026 11:11 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Leading UK ventilation company Vent-Axia recently celebrated 90 years of British manufacturing and innovation.
  The company marked the milestone with a commemorative tree planting at Crawter’s Brook People’s Park in Manor Royal, Crawley, close to its headquarters.
  On Thursday 15 October, a Fastigiate Oak was planted by the Vice Lord-Lieutenant of West Sussex, John Barclay, DL, as part of the anniversary celebrations attended by the Mayor of Crawley, Councillor Marion Ayling, Peter Lamb MP for
  
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• National Ventilation wins ‘Ventilation Brand of the Year’ at EW Awards

  03-11-2026 11:06 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  This latest accolade follows the National Ventilation’s success at the 2024 Electrical Wholesaler Awards, when it won ‘Best Customer Service’ award.
  National Ventilation won the award following an online vote by industry professionals as well as being critiqued by a specially selected judging panel, comprised of individuals with extensive industry knowledge and experience.
  “At National Ventilation, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we do work hard to make sure we ar
  
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• Luceco and SELECT partner for apprentice funding initiative

  03-11-2026 11:02 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Luceco Group has partnered with SELECT to launch Powering Potential, a new £18,000 funding initiative that will help three small electrical businesses across Scotland with the cost of employing first-year apprentices.
  The initiative responds to growing concerns around the cost of apprentice recruitment and training. A recent SELECT survey found that high wage costs and low levels of employer funding are among the biggest barriers businesses face when recruiting apprentices.
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• B.E.G. targets flexible spaces with new DALI lighting control system

  03-11-2026 10:59 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  The new DACO PRO system allows lighting zones to work independently as a standalone DALI addressable system.
  A new DALI lighting control system from B.E.G. is being launched to the UK market, providing solutions for open plan spaces, individual rooms, corridors and staircases for the control of DALI luminaires without the requirement of a centralised panel.
  The German manufacturer is launching Daco Pro, which uses multicast technology to allow multiple lighting groups to operate from a single DA
  
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• Ovia’s online calculator simplifies lighting design

  03-11-2026 10:53 via Electrical Wholesaler
  
  Ovia’s advanced Lighting Design Calculator is an easy-to-use online tool developed to support contractors, wholesalers, and specifiers in designing effective, regulation-compliant lighting schemes with ease and efficiency.
  Free to use and accessible to electrical contractors, M&E consultants and industry professionals, the Lighting Design Calculator can be used on Ovia’s website: www.oviauk.com/lighting-design-calculator.
  The calculator allows users to generate accurate lighting calculat
  
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