<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Electrical - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Electrical news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your profession!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Research highlights electrical safety knowledge gap]]></title><description><![CDATA[NICEIC has released new research raising awareness of the importance of electrical installation condition reports (EICRs) among homeowners.<br />
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.<br />
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]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/research-highlights-electrical-safety-knowledge-gap/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/research-highlights-electrical-safety-knowledge-gap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retail crime is getting worse – Bira members explain why]]></title><description><![CDATA[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&rsquo;s high streets. Across more [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/retail-crime-is-getting-worse-bira-members-explain-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/retail-crime-is-getting-worse-bira-members-explain-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Technology Meets Design: CEDIA members showcase seamless smart tech at WOW!house 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals&trade;, is proud to announce&nbsp;seven&nbsp;integrator members&nbsp;and&nbsp;several manufacturer&nbsp;members will be taking part in&nbsp;WOW!house 2026 at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, from 2 June &ndash; 2 July 2026. Now in its fifth year,&nbsp;WOW!house&nbsp;provides the opportunity&nbsp;for&nbsp;distinguished interior designers and prominent international brands&nbsp;to&nbsp;unite in the creation of&nbsp;exceptional rooms and outdoo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/technology-meets-design-cedia-members-showcase-seamless-smart-tech-at-wowhouse-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/technology-meets-design-cedia-members-showcase-seamless-smart-tech-at-wowhouse-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CWIEME Berlin marks 30th edition with strong visitor growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[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&rsquo;s leading event for the electrical manufacturing supply chain.<br />
This year&rsquo;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]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/cwieme-berlin-marks-30th-edition-with-strong-visitor-growth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/cwieme-berlin-marks-30th-edition-with-strong-visitor-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unicrimp announces new ASM for London, Reading and Oxford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unicrimp is pleased to announce the appointment of Harry Charalambous as Area Sales Manager for the London, Reading and Oxford region.<br />
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]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/unicrimp-announces-new-asm-for-london-reading-and-oxford/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/unicrimp-announces-new-asm-for-london-reading-and-oxford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hughes to close eight East Anglia stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/hughes-to-close-eight-east-anglia-stores/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/hughes-to-close-eight-east-anglia-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart home and premium electrical products surface in SNP embezzlement case]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 &pound;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 [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/smart-home-and-premium-electrical-products-surface-in-snp-embezzlement-case/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/smart-home-and-premium-electrical-products-surface-in-snp-embezzlement-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ESR’s Above and Beyond Awards 2026 open for entries!]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br />
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.<br />
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Award categories to enter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/esrs-above-and-beyond-awards-2026-open-for-entries/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/esrs-above-and-beyond-awards-2026-open-for-entries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CEF partnership to support children with complex medical needs]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br />
WellChild&rsquo;s work spans specialist nurses, family support programmes and practical projects that make everyday life safer and more manageable for affected families.<br />
Through the partnership, CEF will support families across the UK through fund]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/cef-partnership-to-support-children-with-complex-medical-needs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/cef-partnership-to-support-children-with-complex-medical-needs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcat urges smarter safety shoe choices for summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br />
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]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/bobcat-urges-smarter-safety-shoe-choices-for-summer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/bobcat-urges-smarter-safety-shoe-choices-for-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IceKing product named Best Fridge Freezer for small kitchens and awarded Good Housekeeping Institute Approval for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/iceking-product-named-best-fridge-freezer-for-small-kitchens-and-awarded-good-housekeeping-institute-approval-for-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/iceking-product-named-best-fridge-freezer-for-small-kitchens-and-awarded-good-housekeeping-institute-approval-for-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating the Great Retro Revival]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 &ldquo;Retro Revival&rdquo; trend is reshaping purchasing behaviour. There was a time, not so long ago, when the &ldquo;home of the future&rdquo; was envisioned as a sterile, white-on-white [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/navigating-the-great-retro-revival/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/navigating-the-great-retro-revival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leaker Direct Distribution says ‘Si’ to Bertazzoni]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 &pound;5m and operates from a 500,000 sq ft premises in Motherwell. [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/leaker-direct-distribution-says-si-to-bertazzoni/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/leaker-direct-distribution-says-si-to-bertazzoni/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteers raise vital funds for EIC]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Volunteers&rsquo; Week returns from 1&ndash;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.<br />
Last year alone, volunteers helped raise over &pound;1 million for the EIC, and supported initiatives that reached more than 16,000 industry families.<br />
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Who are the volunteers behind the Electrical Industri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/volunteers-raise-vital-funds-for-eic/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/volunteers-raise-vital-funds-for-eic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vent-Axia to tackle ventilation installation challenges at InstallerSHOW 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vent-Axia will offer installers the chance to join its seminar &lsquo;Raising the standard &ndash; why quality ventilation installation matters&rsquo; at the InstallerSHOW 2026, NEC, Birmingham.<br />
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.<br />
The seminar is particularly timely following the publication of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/vent-axia-to-tackle-ventilation-installation-challenges-at-installershow-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/vent-axia-to-tackle-ventilation-installation-challenges-at-installershow-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sync Energy takes product expertise on the road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sync Energy is hitting the road with a brand-new, all-electric demonstration van.<br />
The new roadshow van is designed to bring Sync Energy&rsquo;s growing range of EV charging and home energy solutions directly to electrical wholesalers and contractors across the UK.<br />
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,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/sync-energy-takes-product-expertise-on-the-road/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 11:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/sync-energy-takes-product-expertise-on-the-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luceco delivers intelligent LED lighting solution at 5 Journey Campus, Cambridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br />
In partnership with KRB Installations, the project demonstrates Luceco&rsquo;s capability to design and deliver complex, specification-led lighting schemes across highly diverse environments, while meeting strict regulatory requirements and the architect&rsquo;s aesthetic vision.<br />
5 Journey Campus, a four-storey innovation workspace, und]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/luceco-delivers-intelligent-led-lighting-solution-at-5-journey-campus-cambridge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/luceco-delivers-intelligent-led-lighting-solution-at-5-journey-campus-cambridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haier highlights the power of care at Roland-Garros 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 &ldquo;From the Court to Everyday Life&rdquo;, bringing together experts from the worlds of sport, nutrition, innovation and sustainability to [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/haier-highlights-the-power-of-care-at-roland-garros-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/haier-highlights-the-power-of-care-at-roland-garros-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sony debuts BRAVIA 9 II and BRAVIA 7 II True RGB TVs, plus BRAVIA Theatre Trio sound system]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/sony-debuts-bravia-9-ii-and-bravia-7-ii-true-rgb-tvs-plus-bravia-theatre-trio-sound-system/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/sony-debuts-bravia-9-ii-and-bravia-7-ii-true-rgb-tvs-plus-bravia-theatre-trio-sound-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hisense UR8 TV series to bring “RGB MiniLED tech more homes’]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 [&hellip;]]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/hisense-ur8-tv-series-to-bring-rgb-miniled-tech-more-homes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/electrical/hisense-ur8-tv-series-to-bring-rgb-miniled-tech-more-homes/</guid></item></channel></rss>