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The Plumber Awards’ first ever regional winners are revealed
19/03/26
Awards, Plumbing, Events
The regional winners of the UK’s first ever Plumber Awards have been announced.
The inaugural awards, brought to the sector by the same team as the long-running Heating Installer Awards, celebrate the very best plumbers in the UK, who go above and beyond for their customers and deliver fantastic work, every time.
Government must not sacrifice quality in drive to build 1.5 million homes, say MPs
19/03/26
For the Public, Government, Construction industry
The 'Proud to call home' report sets out measures to raise standards in housebuilding and placemaking.
A cross-party group of MPs, chaired by Mike Reader MP, has warned the Government risks squandering a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" if it fails to safeguard the quality of new homes and neighbourhoods as it pursues its target of delivering 1.5 million homes.
Norwich’s Eaton Park Pavilion Scores Bespoke Baxi Heat Pump Solution to Kick-Off Decarbonisation Plans
19/03/26
Industrial Associate, Low carbon energy, Heating, Heat pumps
A tailored Baxi air source heat pump (ASHP) solution is supplying low-carbon heating and hot water at Eaton Park Pavilion, a Grade II-listed building at the heart of one of Norwich City Council’s most popular parks.
Landmark Partnership- City Plumbing joins the Bathroom Association
16/03/26
Industrial Associate, Bathroom
The Bathroom Association is celebrating as City Plumbing, one of the UK’s most respected and wide-reaching plumbing and heating merchants, has officially joined the Association.
Instantor Champions Career Development
12/03/26
Industrial Associate, Education, Training, Professional advice
Instantor is participating in the Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) Student Mentoring Programme. Through the initiative, Instantor is working with a group of students over a two-year period, hosting sessions at its head office to explore topics such as career potential, approaches to study, CV writing and interview preparation.
World Plumbing Day 2026: Plumbing Connects the World
10/03/26
Water, Plumbing, World Plumbing Day, Public Health
Every year on March 11, communities around the world recognize World Plumbing Day, a day to appreciate the critical role plumbing plays in our daily lives. From delivering clean water to protecting public health, plumbing is essential - and it connects us all.
The KNIPEX Where to Buy is back!
10/03/26
For the Public, Industrial Associate, DIY, Business
Knowing where to buy can be just as important as knowing what to buy. To help you top up your tool kit in quick time, the KNIPEX Where to Buy feature is now back, making it fast and easy for plumbers to source genuine tools from authorised retailers.
Rinnai Hybrids in action for commercial applications
09/03/26
Industrial Associate, Sustainability, Low carbon energy, Heating
Rinnai’s Head of Technical, Peter Seddon, looks at the benefits of heating & hot water hybrid systems in commercial applications. Hybrid systems utilise two fuels therefore contributing towards cleaner operations whilst maintaining seamless and efficient performance.
Baxi signs Future Skyline Skills Commitment to help drive the green skills agenda
05/03/26
Industrial Associate, Sustainability, Net-zero, Low carbon energy, Construction industry
Baxi has become a Level 3 signatory of the Future Skyline Skills Commitment, adding its name to a growing list of leading construction firms and suppliers supporting the green skills initiative to accelerate the energy transition.