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Never mind the credit crunch, what about the skills crunch?

Added: Jul 30 2008

Category: Industry

BEST fears that the industry could be heading for a 'skills crunch' if it fails to address training needs, attitudes and productivity levels.

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Two new diploma's for Building Services Engineering

Added: Jun 09 2008

Category: Industry

From September, a number of colleges around England will be offering two new diplomas for 14-19 year olds that herald a key development in the BSE sector.

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New Strategy To Boost Apprenticeships

Added: Apr 30 2008

Category: Industry

Employers can expect even more influence on apprenticeships and training from Government.

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Electrical Wiring Regulations Updated

Added: Apr 30 2008

Category: Industry

All electricians need to be aware of the 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2008) that come into effect from the 1 July 2008.

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HVCA Launches M&E Agency Labour Initiative

Added: Apr 30 2008

Category: Industry

The Heating and Ventilating Contractors’ Association (HVCA) has formed the Building Services Engineering Employment Agency Alliance with labour agencies.

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Unite Demands National Training Levy

Added: Apr 30 2008

Category: Industry

Unite is calling for more action on apprecnticeships by asking the government and employers to agree a national training levy to fund more apprentice places.

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Adult apprenticeships

Added: Apr 10 2008

Category: Industry

Apprenticeships in the UK have seen the biggest shake up in years, with the Government scrapping the 25+ age cap for apprentices.

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