Blog Articles
The CIPHE's blogs cover a range of plumbing and heating industry issues. With topics of interest to consumers, members, manufacturers, merchants and the wider industry.
Time to step up on: Public Safety
28/03/25
Healthcare, Manifesto, Public safety, Sanitation, Scalding, Scalds, Water Safety, Health, Health and safety, Well-being
Problems with plumbing and heating systems can pose a serious danger to health in the place where people should feel safest: their home. However, according to NHS England statistics, the number of Finished Consultant Episode (FCE) bed days due to contact with hot tap water increased by 31% for the financial year 2023-2024, when compared with statistics for the previous 12-month period.
Looking ahead to the 2026 World Plumbing Conference
20/03/25
Sustainability, World Plumbing Council Conference 2026
The 14th World Plumbing Conference at InstallerSHOW 2026 unites global leaders to tackle industry challenges under the theme “Worldwide Problems – Global Solutions.
‘Skills For Life’ - National Apprenticeship Week 2025
10/02/25
Apprenticeships, Education
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2025, taking place from 10th - 16th February is a nationwide celebration of the impact that apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses, and the economy.
Legionnaires' Disease: A Concerning Rise and the Need for Vigilance
27/11/24
Legionella, Water Safety, Health
Legionnaires' disease, remains a public health concern that warrants our attention. New figures released by the UK Government reveal a troubling trend: incidents of Legionnaires' disease last year surpassed pre-COVID levels and were significantly higher than in 2022.
The CIPHE announced as Partner of the Heating Installer Awards 2025
28/10/24
Awards, Plumbers, Heating Engineers, Competition
The CIPHE has once again been confirmed as a partner of the Heating Installer Awards 2025, as it returns once again this year.
Empowering the Next Generation: The Plumbing Professionals Development Scheme (PPDS)
13/09/24
Training, Plumbing, Heating, PPDS
The Plumbing Professionals Development Scheme (PPDS), launched in January 2024 by CIPHE and the Worshipful Company of Plumbers (WCP), is an innovative initiative designed to mentor, train, and empower the next generation of plumbing and heating professionals.
When is it okay to Do It Yourself?
07/05/24
Public safety, DIY, Professional advice
DIY mishaps have cost UK homeowners over £6 billion, with the average cost of resolving the problems being £4,861 - rising to £10,000 for one in ten.
Our Chief Executive Officer Kevin Wellman shares his thoughts on the Spring Budget 2024
18/03/24
Government
Our Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Wellman, gives his take on the announcements that will have some of the biggest impacts on the industry and our customers.
See us at InstallerSHOW 2024
13/03/24
Events
We're exhibiting at InstallerSHOW the UK’s number one destination for influential specifiers and decision-makers working across the heat, water, air and energy sectors.