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  1. Crossrail approval may be good news for electrical course attendees

    Crossrail approval may be good news for electrical course attendees

    People currently studying an electrical course may be happy to hear that the government's Crossrail project is still on course to be completed. Chairman of the transport organisation Terry Morgan stressed that the company will continue to look for the most cost-effective ways to carry out the initiative and welcomes the government's support. There may […]
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  2. Private Sector Construction Recovery Restores Trade Skills Training Confidence!

    Private Sector Construction Recovery Restores Trade Skills Training Confidence!

    Latest news that private sector, non-residential construction has increased by 7% in the three months up to September compared to the same period last year, reflects improved business confidence, according to work analyst reports.While retail and hotel construction has been strong over the first half of 2010, industrial and office based projects have seen a […]
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  3. Plumbing courses 'vital for certain procedures'

    Plumbing courses 'vital for certain procedures'

    The importance of taking plumbing courses has been highlighted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Speaking after a plumber was prosecuted for installing gas boilers without the proper training, HSE inspector Sue Matthews explained that such equipment can be very dangerous. She stressed that only those engineers who have completed the necessary plumbing courses […]
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  4. Electrical courses could keep employees happy

    Electrical courses could keep employees happy

    Employees may be satisfied in their jobs for longer if they are given training opportunities - such as electrical courses - that could be used in other roles. This is the view of Mike Petrook, a spokesperson for the Chartered Management Institute, who cited research by the organisation showing that 97 per cent of workers […]
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  5. 'Be your own boss' with plumbing courses

    'Be your own boss' with plumbing courses

    A woman has described how she took plumbing courses in order to get into a profession in which she is her own boss. Sammy Parry-Welson, who has two children, described to the Free Press how she thinks there may be a gap in the market for more ladies to join the profession, as single mothers […]
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  6. Electrical course attendee 'delighted with award'

    Electrical course attendee 'delighted with award'

    A young apprentice who studied an electrical course to find employment as a technician has expressed delight at being handed an accolade in recognition of his talent. Andrew Emmerson, a 20-year-old from near Darlington, won the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) national housing and building category apprentice of the year award despite suffering from […]
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  7. Green Energy Training Scheme Reflects Growing Skills Demand.

    Green Energy Training Scheme Reflects Growing Skills Demand.

    A new training programme for the development of green energy training in key electrical and plumbing skills - solar heating, heat pumps, PV solar and water recycling systems - has just recently been announced by SummetSkills.Once more, highlighting the ever-growing demand for professionally trained and qualified plumbers and electricians ableskilled in green energy installation, the […]
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  8. Importance of plumbing courses highlighted by National Grid

    Importance of plumbing courses highlighted by National Grid

    National Grid has lauded the significance of hiring professionals who have completed plumbing courses when fitting a new boiler. The company's comments were made after more than 100 residents of Maritime Way in Preston were left without gas for a day as a result of an error by an engineer, according to BBC News. National […]
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  9. London statue 'a nod to technicians who have attended plumbing courses'

    London statue 'a nod to technicians who have attended plumbing courses'

    Professionals who have taken plumbing courses may feel a sense of pride when they see a new statue in London. The seven-foot bronze statue is set to be installed next year at Cannon Street station as a nod to plumbers and their role in the history of the City of London, according to the London […]
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  10. Favourable self-build conditions could lead to interest in electrical courses

    Favourable self-build conditions could lead to interest in electrical courses

    Demand for electrical courses could go up if more people take advantage of favourable conditions for self-builds. Tim Doherty, managing director of the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon, described how the price of property is traditionally the biggest obstacle to such projects, but the economic environment has helped to cut such costs. […]
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  11. Plumbing courses 'a fantastic investment'

    Plumbing courses 'a fantastic investment'

    A home improvement expert has suggested plumbing courses are a great investment for people, as they can teach individuals how to carry out a variety of tasks around the house. Build It editor Anna-Marie Desouza suggested homeowners are often not ambitious enough with their DIY projects. She accepted that people should not attempt tricky tasks […]
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  12. Heating Control Rules Change In New Version Part L Building Regs.

    Heating Control Rules Change In New Version Part L Building Regs.

    As of October 2010, the new version of Part L of the Building Regulations came into force, updating the 1995 requirements for new and replacement heating systems. Incorporated within the new rules are stipulations for both a zone valve and a room thermostat to be fitted to new system heating zones and all radiators installed […]
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