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As installation of solar PV panel technology on the roofs of UK households is forecast to soar in the next ten years, undoubtedly, an areas of concern to the homeowner will be ensuring they engage the services of bona fide installers, properly trained and qualified in the correct procedures for PV panel specification and installation.The […]
Technicians who have completed plumbing courses could come across a new invention called a kibosh more often. The inventor of the item, which can be clamped over a burst pipe to stop it gushing water, recently spoke to the Southern Reporter after winning a business innovation competition. Ross Dickinson explained that the gadget is a […]
A project to install solar panels on council houses in Portsmouth has kicked off, potentially prompting tradesmen in the area to consider signing up for PV training courses. Commenting after the first microgenerators were fitted, executive member for housing at Portsmouth City Council Steven Wylie described how proud he is that the local authority has […]
This week’s Budget, set out by Chancellor George Osborne, attempts to stimulate more progress in the growth of skills training and valuable work experience for young people seeking to take the first step on a work / career path.Aimed at those who seek technical and vocational courses, the Chancellor announced there would be funding for […]
Technicians who have completed plumbing courses could see new work opportunities appearing as the warmer months approach, if one company is to be believed. Trade Plumbing suggested that more people may consider replacing their domestic heating system during spring and summer, since they have less need for their radiators during that time. Engineers with plumbing […]
Able Skills’ trainee tiler Peter has successfully complete week five of the NVQ 8 Week Tiling Course.Despite missing the first two days of the week through illness, Peter had the opportunity to catch up with the rest of his course mates due to the flexibility of training provided at Able Skills.He said: “Had a bad […]
Energy and climate change secretary Chris Huhne has delivered a speech showing his support for people in green power jobs and renewable energy courses. Speaking at the Scottish Renewables conference in Glasgow on Tuesday (March 22nd), the MP pointed out that his job is not to offer "warm words", but to ensure that new projects […]
Many will associate the Redland name with the well known building industry staple, the drywall plasterboard! However, Redlands are a global building materials company, whose principal activities have centred around concrete roof tiles since being founded in Reigate, Surrey in 1919 to become the world’s largest manufacturer of concrete roof tiles and the UK’s fourth […]
Several students attending plumbing courses at a Yorkshire education centre have been handed prizes for their efforts. Stuart Taylor, Mustafa Altin, Jonathan Cambridge, Ben Harrison and Adrian Bottomley won accolades at York College's annual construction awards, reported the York Press. Speaking to the publication, the school's head of division for construction Kevin Clancy predicted that […]
Renewable energy course graduates could have up to 820 jobs to apply for as a result of plans by Korean firm Doosan Power Systems and Renfrew-based Steel Engineering. The former organisation wants to construct a research centre and manufacturing plant in the country, which will create 200 and 500 green employment opportunities respectively, with another […]
Demand for PV training could be set to spike in a UK destination one local politician has labelled 'Energy City', as a result of its green power plans. Councillor Graham Chapman, deputy leader of Nottingham City Council, described how the authority is partnering with E.ON to fit hundreds of solar panels on council-owned properties. Not […]
