The Joint Industry Board supports National Apprenticeship Week

With this week marking National Apprenticeship Week the Joint Industry Board (JIB) is highlighting the reasons why an apprenticeship is the preferred route into the electrical industry. In England, apprenticeship funding is available for all ages, and the JIB has long promoted the benefits of apprenticeships as being one of the core ways the industry […]

Call for future apprentices to apply for careers in power

In the lead up to National Apprenticeship Week (February 7-13), UK Power Networks has opened applications for 20 new apprentices this year. The Week will shine a light on the benefits that apprenticeships can bring to individuals, employers and to the wider economy. At UK Power Networks 14 new craft apprentices and six higher apprentices […]

Marshall-Tufflex celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

Marshall-Tufflex has seen success with two apprentices, who have become full time employees within the Engineering Department following a three-and-a-half-year apprenticeship designed to tackle the skills shortage. Recognising the engineering skills gap within the construction industry, Marshall-Tufflex decided to invest in a comprehensive apprenticeship programme with local training provider SIGTA. Dave Cull, Engineering Manager at […]

National Apprenticeship week; a reminder of our work future post COVID

“Apprenticeships are a hugely important part of the economy and are crucial for businesses of all sizes for long term growth,” says apprenticeship guru and director of The Apprenticeship Management Group, John Henry. This message, from the company that looks after apprenticeships for the Electrical Distributors Association, comes in the wake of National Apprenticeship Week […]