https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/en-ukCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comFri, 04 Sep 2026 11:58:00 +0200 The walk celebrates more than a century of the Charity’s work supporting individuals and families working in the electrical and energy industries through life’s challenges. It also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of communi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/eic-marks-121-years-with-mental-health-awareness-walk-across-london/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/eic-marks-121-years-with-mental-health-awareness-walk-across-london/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ert-reviews-eufy-omni-e35/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ert-reviews-eufy-omni-e35/ Click here to read the latest issue
We’ve got two excellent features on the topic of home automation in this issue. Firstly, Nick Gwilliam of Ansell Lighting takes a look at the sm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ew-september-the-ew-awards-are-nearly-here/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ew-september-the-ew-awards-are-nearly-here/ Despite growing awareness around mental wellbeing, our industry continues to struggle with higher than average suicide rates. Too often, our people suffer in silence rather than speaking openly about their mental health challenges.
Here are the facts:In]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/eic-calls-for-industry-action-during-suicide-prevention-month/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/eic-calls-for-industry-action-during-suicide-prevention-month/ Since joining in August 2024, Steve has played a key role in shaping the company’s marketing strategy. He is now stepping into the senior position with a clear focus of building on the foundations and driving the brand forw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/forum-lighting-solutions-strengthens-leadership-team/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/forum-lighting-solutions-strengthens-leadership-team/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ifa-2026-anker-charges-into-new-era-with-major-brand-shake-up/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ifa-2026-anker-charges-into-new-era-with-major-brand-shake-up/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/hoover-revs-up-support-for-british-gt-title-hopeful/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/hoover-revs-up-support-for-british-gt-title-hopeful/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/anker-innovations-the-next-three-years-will-make-these-three-years-look-quite-modest/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/anker-innovations-the-next-three-years-will-make-these-three-years-look-quite-modest/ Taking place at ExCeL London on 14-15 October 2026, Smart Buildings Show is the UK’s only dedicated commercial smart buildings conference and exhibition. With over 3,500 attendees in 2025, the show has grown year on year, making it a “must-attend” event for anyone in the smart buildings industry.
This year’s show will see over 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/registration-is-open-for-smart-buildings-show-2026/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/registration-is-open-for-smart-buildings-show-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/526-of-independent-electrical-retailers-say-their-gross-margins-have-fallen/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/526-of-independent-electrical-retailers-say-their-gross-margins-have-fallen/ The nationwide community food drive saw CEF branches and other areas of the business become donation points for their local food banks, uniting local communities, team members, and industry partners to give back to the areas they serve every day.
In total, the donations weighed the eq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/cef-marks-75th-anniversary-with-food-bank-donations/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/cef-marks-75th-anniversary-with-food-bank-donations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ifa-2026-haier-puts-the-ai-in-haier-at-ifa-2026/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ifa-2026-haier-puts-the-ai-in-haier-at-ifa-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ifa-2026-liebherr-goes-big-at-ifa-with-new-xl-and-xxl-refrigeration-range/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/ifa-2026-liebherr-goes-big-at-ifa-with-new-xl-and-xxl-refrigeration-range/ Suicide remains the leading cause of death among men under 50, and those working in the building and construction industry face a risk 3.7 times higher than the national average.
Stigma around mental health can be a silent killer, which is why the EIC and Ripple are working together to encourage open conversations and reduce]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/eic-and-ripple-join-forces-for-suicide-prevention-awareness/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/eic-and-ripple-join-forces-for-suicide-prevention-awareness/ The electrotechnical body said this week’s alert by Electrical Safety First (ESF) echoes their own concerns about the potential safety issues posed by the photovoltaic (PV) products, which can now be bought off the shelf in DIY shops and High Street retailers.
ESF has issued its own guidance to help hou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/select-backs-calls-for-qualified-electricians-to-check-plug-in-solar-panel-installation/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/select-backs-calls-for-qualified-electricians-to-check-plug-in-solar-panel-installation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/bira-nominations-for-high-street-shop-of-the-year-award-surge-to-record-levels/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/bira-nominations-for-high-street-shop-of-the-year-award-surge-to-record-levels/ Thorsten brings extensive experience leading global industrial technology businesses, across lighting, electrification and energy management sectors. Most recently, he was Divisional Chief Executive in the Safety Sector at Halma. Prior to joining Halma in 2022]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/luceco-appoints-dr-thorsten-mller-as-ceo/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/luceco-appoints-dr-thorsten-mller-as-ceo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/teka-announces-partnership-with-james-martin-at-manchester-showroom-opening/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/teka-announces-partnership-with-james-martin-at-manchester-showroom-opening/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/teka-announces-partnership-with-celebrity-chef-james-martin-at-manchester-showroom-opening/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/teka-announces-partnership-with-celebrity-chef-james-martin-at-manchester-showroom-opening/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/sevenoaks-sound-amp-vision-lsquowe-want-to-excite-people-to-come-back-into-our-shopsrsquo/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/sevenoaks-sound-amp-vision-lsquowe-want-to-excite-people-to-come-back-into-our-shopsrsquo/