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A new report has highlighted the cost savings that could be made through switching to renewable energy sources.Read article
CO-Gas Safety charity awards school recognition for gas safety
Read articleSchools across the UK are trying to highlight the dangers of leaky gas appliances through a new competition.

BMF launches specialist plumbing and heating sector
Read articleThe Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has created a specialist plumbing and heating sector and have taken on a new chairman to oversee it.

Landlord risks lives by allowing unregistered gas fitter to install leaky boiler
Read articleA landlord employed an unregistered gas fitter to install a boiler in a property he owned in Luton, putting the lives of his tenants at risk.

Plumbing sector failing to make most of social media, report finds
Read articleNew research has shown that plumbers are failing to make the most of social media when it comes to interacting with customers online.

Housing revamp scheme to give trainee electricians and plumbers a chance
Read articleUpgrades to thousands of council houses in Leicestershire have provided opportunities for trainee electricians and plumbers.

Insurance policies don't always cover plumbing problems, homeowners warned
Read articleChecking you know exactly what your home insurance policy covers in terms of gas boiler issues or plumbing issues, is essential, says the Association of British Insurers.

Coventry electrician wins big in Britain's Top Tradesman
Read articleAn electrician based in Coventry has been named one of the top tradesmen in Britain in a nationwide contest.

High Quality Electrical Training, certified
Read articleAble Skills is very proud to have been invited by the IET to join their exclusive list of Centres of Excellence.

Energy efficiency 'top priority,' says UK Green Building Council
Read articleEnergy efficiency must be the top priority for the UK’s infrastructure and building sector, according to the Green Building Council.

Compulsory electrical safety checks could boost opportunities for electricians
Read articleA Member of the Scottish Parliament is pushing for compulsory electrical safety checks in the private rental sector in a bid to improve safety for tenants.

Landlords must comply with gas safety regulations, says Gas Safe Register
Read articleLandlords are being urged to ensure they are compliant with gas safety regulations, following research from the Gas Safety Register which found that many properties are unsafe.

