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The Joint Industry Board (JIB) and Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) have introduced a new Registered Electrician status for Gold Card holders — a move designed to recognise electricians who consistently d emonstrate professional competence and compliance with BS 7671 Wiring…

Finding the right Christmas present for an electrician or tradesperson can be tricky. To help, we’ve rounded up ten of the best tools and gadgets on the market — from reliable VDE screwdrivers and cable cutters to i nnovative site-ready…

Smart technology is reshaping how we live — from thermostats and lighting to full smart home systems. For anyone not ready to install a complete setup, smart plugs are a great entry point into home automation, letting you control, monitor,…

Over 53 million smart meters are being rolled out as part of the UK Government’s national energy-efficiency plan, aiming to equip more than 30 million homes and businesses. While the concept sounds simple — track energy use and cut waste…

The 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations isn't a qualification that makes you an electrician. It's not a licence to touch electrical installations. And it's definitely not something you complete in three days and walk onto site calling yourself a spark. Yet training providers market it that way. Job adverts list it as though it's the only requirement. And trainees waste money thinking they're buying a shortcut into the trade. Here's what the 18th Edition actually is: BS 7671:2018, the UK's national standard for electrical installations. It's the rulebook. Not the trade qualification. Not the practical competence. The rulebook. 

A recent Which? survey of almost 1,500 people found that 80% of homeowners trust electricians the most when it comes to improving their homes or carrying out repairs. In c omparison, only 48% said they trusted roofers and 53% trusted…

Trade associations such as the NICEIC play a vital role in maintaining industry standards. They ensure tradespeople are competent, compliant with the latest wiring regulations, and qualified to self-certify notifiable work. For customers, these organisations offer reassurance that electrical installations…

While the majority of UK households rely on gas-fired central heating, around 2.2 million use electricity as their primary source of warmth. For some homes — especially flats or properties off the gas grid — electric heating can be an…

A major report by The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) and National Electrotechnical Training (NET) has revealed the extent of the ongoing skills shortage across the electrotechnical industry. It’s the first in-depth r eview of its kind in over a decade,…

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government launched a consultation following eight recommendations from the Private Rented Sector Electrical Safety Working Group to improve electrical safety in rented properties across England.  If you’re currently studying Law Lesson 5, you’ll…