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.
The facts about water poverty
06/04/22
Water poverty
Pre-pandemic, around 3 million households were struggling to pay their water bills.
The facts about fuel poverty
17/03/22
Fuel poverty, Heating
Fuel poverty is a persistent and growing problem in the UK.
Hurray for World Plumbing Day!
11/03/22
Water, Sanitation, World Plumbing Day
It’s time to celebrate all things plumbing and plumbers as the event returns on 11th March.
Engineering Council updates risk guidance
03/03/22
Engineering, Construction industry
The Engineering Council has issued updated Guidance on Risk.
Keep fireplace fires at bay
21/02/22
Consumer Advice, Heating
If you have a gas or solid fuel heating appliance don't forget chimney maintanance.
Don't get the winter holiday blues
14/02/22
Consumer Advice, Plumbing emergencies, Burst pipes
Booking a break away and leaving your house empty? Take precautions if a cold snap bites.
National Apprenticeship Week 2022
08/02/22
Apprenticeships, Training
The 15th annual National Apprenticeship Week (#NAW2022 #BuildTheFuture) is back!
Go green this new year
31/01/22
Consumer Advice, Efficiency, Sustainability, Environment
Live a more sustainable lifestyle throughout the whole of 2022 with our green resolutions
Winter Fuel Payment for 2021-2022
24/01/22
Consumer Advice, Heating
The Winter Fuel Payment is an annual, tax-free payment to help with heating costs.