Smart Meter Delay Could Have Been Avoided

The start of upgrading 53 million households’ meters to new “smart” energy meters has been delayed from 2014 to 2015, on the request of the six largest energy companies in the UK, who have been charged with the task or carrying out the initiative. This could hold back awareness of energy efficiency in households, damage the sustainable energy industry and, according to NAPIT, could have been avoided.

Speaking about the smart meter roll-out*, Secretary Of State For Energy And Climate...

Consumer Codes Approval Scheme Supported by TrustMark

TrustMark, the Government endorsed quality mark for tradesmen, has welcomed the Trading Standards Institute (TSI) new Consumer Codes Approval Scheme launched today, which aims to give customers greater confidence in various codes of practice operated by trade associations and business organisations.

Liz Male, Chairman of TrustMark, says: “TrustMark has always enjoyed a good working relationship with the Trading Standards Institute and is fully supportive of the launch of the Consumer...

Vent-Axia Appoints New Sales Director

Vent-Axia, the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturer, would like to announce that Steve Archibald, Sales Director for Distribution, has decided to leave the company to pursue a new opportunity which enables him to relocate back to Scotland. Steve will be leaving the company in August and Vent-Axia is delighted to announce that it has appointed John Ryszkowski to take on this key position. As Sales Director, John will be responsible for the strategic development of Vent-Axia’s business...

6 Ways To Beat Piles of Paperwork!

Paperwork is a headache for all electricians. It's time consuming and confusing. Even if you're old hat at it, the...

Electricians Abbreviations and Meanings Explained

Do you know your CPC from your SELV? The electrical industry world and indeed electrical certificates can have us all scratching our head at times and it is...

Smart Meter Delay Could Have Been Avoided

Consumer Codes Approval Scheme Supported by TrustMark

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6 Ways To Beat Piles of Paperwork!

Paperwork is a headache for all electricians. It's time consuming and confusing. Even if you're old hat at it, the thought of coming home to do a pile of paperwork at the end of a long day on the tools is not appealing.

Electricians Abbreviations and Meanings Explained

Do you know your CPC from your SELV? The electrical industry world and indeed electrical certificates can have us all scratching our head at times and it is useful to find a resource which can give the required information quickly and easily.