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A youngster who signed up for plumbing courses has described how much he is enjoying his apprenticeship in County Durham. Matthew Phillippo, 16, said he understands how difficult it can be to get on such a programme and is really enjoying himself, according to Newton News. He revealed that he learns something new each day […]
Installation of undertile heating has risen in recent years to around 5 per cent of the total UK heating market. Energy consumption is between 15 – 40 per cent less than traditional heating systems, and it’s not surprising that with both the current economy forcing up heating costs and the long term goal of reaching […]
Able Skills are delighted to announce that we will be opening a new gas centre this springtime.The new centre is scheduled to be ready in two months and will join Able Skills’ existing gas centres, which provide comprehensive training and assessment through both domestic and commercial gas courses.Able Skills is accredited by the Construction Industry […]
Tradesmen undertaking renewable energy courses are likely to be interested by the news that the government is reviewing its feed-in tariff (FIT) scheme. Energy secretary Chris Huhne described how the state had not anticipated the construction of large-scale solar farms when it first introduced the incentive programme and this has prompted an official assessment of […]
Customers keen to find an engineer with plumbing course qualifications could benefit from asking the right questions, according to one source. Sunday Mercury writer Mary Barabe suggested asking how long a plumbing business and its employees have been in operation, since organisations that have been around for a long time may be "proficient". She claimed […]
Demand for PV training could be set to rise after Sainsbury's announced that it has partnered with British Gas to offer solar panels at its stores. Customers will be able to pick up the electricity microgeneration devices from certain outlets of the supermarket giant and also speak to experts about energy efficiency. If more consumers […]
Demand for renewable energy courses may currently be high on the Isle of Man after a local environmental group suggested the island could become self-reliant in terms of electricity. A spokesperson from the area's local Friends of the Earth organisation claimed there are "sound economic reasons" for the UK destination to stop being dependent on […]
The career progression that comes with plumbing courses and other professional training has been lauded. Speaking to the Guardian, Pimlico Plumbers worker Brian Grice suggested many people who go to university often have to "start again" with additional qualifications when they leave their educational establishments. The publication highlighted how Mr Grice undertook an apprenticeship that […]
A team of plumbing course attendees has helped a primary school to revamp its toilets, which have been causing trouble for years, according to the establishment's head teacher. Chris Ward, from Ann Cam Primary School in Dymock, Gloucestershire, explained to BBC News that the facilities had not been installed with infants-level youngsters in mind. But […]
There is plenty of competition among technicians in the wind power sector, according to one source, which could prompt professionals to take renewable energy courses to stay ahead of their rivals. Acre Resources associate Ben Cartland explained that the number of positions available in the industry has increased significantly over the past few years. However, […]
The exhaustive selection of different types of tiles available today makes tiling a stimulating career option – you never know what amazing patterns, colours or tile material you could be asked to install on your next job!Homeowners have become increasingly more adventurous and creative with choosing a kitchen or bathroom design. The best of today’s […]
The father of a young man who took a plumbing course has spoken of his pride in the work his son is carrying out in his local neighbourhood. Daniel Marshall is working with Bramall Construction to upgrade kitchens, bathrooms and heating systems in the Greater Manchester area and it has made his dad Ron very […]
