BiKBBI confirms 2022 conference “after challenging time”

The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation and its patron Stephen Metcalfe MP have confirmed the organisation will be hosting its annual conference and awards at The Houses of Parliament in February 2022

Millions lost in tool thefts since lockdowns lifted

More than £46m worth of tools have been reported as stolen from vehicles in the UK since the easing of lockdown in April 2021, according to insurance provider Direct Line

JTL reaccredited to the matrix Standard

National training provider for electrical and plumbing and heating apprenticeships JTL has been reaccredited to the matrix Standard

Partnership advises on how to avoid burst pipe nightmares

With Christmas edging ever closer, UK plumbing register WaterSafe is partnering with the Met Office to share advice with property-owners on being prepared to deal with the winter worry of burst water pipes – as well as how to prevent them

Vaillant backs green goals

With regards to the latest announcement from the UK government to cut emissions by 78% by 2035, Mark Wilkins of Vaillant has voiced his support for the initiative.

Boiler prize offered in Worcester Bosch ‘4000 Relay’

A Worcester Bosch Greenstar 4000 Relay is aiming to travel 4000 miles in celebration of its latest product launch

Ideal Heating launches a new Premier Club adventure

Ideal Heating has announced the launch of its third Premier Club incentive trip

Challenges remain for building supplies

Stocks of building materials including bathroom products continue to be disrupted by ongoing supply chain issues combined with high demand

BPMA and AEMT sign mutual co-operation agreement

The British Pump Manufacturers’ Association and the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades have signed a mutual co-operation agreement, which will allow both parties to explore additional content to strengthen their existing range of training courses.

Energy price rises to push green agenda

“As gas prices increase, it makes a more compelling case for alternative technologies such as heat pumps. The uncertainty around gas supplies and prices shows why we can’t delay in upskilling the industry - change has to happen now”