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New ECS cards launched for Building Controls sector

07 October 23

The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) has launched a series of new ECS cards for the Building Controls industry.
 

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Updated Electrotechnical Assessment Specification Qualifications Guide now available

25 September 23

The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) has prepared a new version of the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) Qualifications Guide for publication. The new guide is effective for all new applicants from Monday 18th September 2023 and now includes reference to the Domestic Electrician apprenticeship and Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) as accepted qualification routes.
 

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Net Zero Targets – simply a political football or genuine relief for homeowners and businesses?

25 September 23

Rishi Sunak's recent announcements have ushered in significant changes to the UK's approach to achieving net zero carbon emissions and reducing energy consumption.

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New Experienced Worker Assessment routes approved for FESS industry

14 September 23

The JIB is delighted to announce that two new routes to ECS gold cards for the Fire, Emergency and Security Systems (FESS) sector have been approved.
 

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