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New Modern Apprenticeship framework for the gas industry in development!
16 May 2012
The new Modern Apprenticeship Framework for the Gas Industry in Scotland is in development. Each nation in the UK needs to ensure that any Apprenticeship framework meets the needs of employers in that nation and can be put forward for public funding. In... More...
Neil Robertson appointed as CEO of EU Skills
16 May 2012
The Energy & Utility Skills Group (EU Skills) is delighted to announce today that Neil Robertson has been appointed as the Chief Executive and will take over the reins from 21 May 2012. Mr Robertson, formerly Chief Executive of the British Institute... More...
Gas Competence Review – we need your views!
10 May 2012
The Gas Safe Register has published the Gas Competence Review 2011/12 and we need the views from the gas industry to consider options for action and a considered response. It's now over three years since the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) established... More...
Skills Development Scotland launch Low Carbon Skills Fund for 2012-13
08 May 2012
Skills Development Scotland have launched the Low Carbon Skills Fund for 2012-13 which gives Scottish businesses with up to 250 employees the opportunity to apply for up to £12,500 towards employee training costs. It provides funding for up... More...
Severn Trent first-ever company to implement Competence Management System
01 May 2012
Severn Trent Water has become the first-ever company in the UK to implement a Competence Management System (CMS) for the waste management and water industries. Launched in 2009, the CMS is based on a new industry standard that enables the waste management... More...
Launch of Scottish Energy Installers Alliance
01 May 2012
Today, the Scottish Energy Installers Alliance (SEIA) is launched. This is the new name for the Group previously known as the Scottish Microrenewables Working Group (SMWG). The SEIA currently consists of representatives from: Scottish and Northern... More...
Calling all gas and waste management businesses - we need your views!
19 April 2012
If you are a gas or waste management business with up to 250 employees, and are interested in growing your business, either to become more effective in what you currently do, or to break into new markets....this new initiative is for you...but we... More...
National Training Awards 2012 now OPEN for entries.
17 April 2012
The count down is now on to enter the National Training Awards 2012. Information seminars are available to book and are proving popular, so don't miss your opportunity to unlock the secrets behind constructing a winning entry. This year marks the... More...
British Science Association running new poster competition
17 April 2012
The British Science Association are running a new poster competition for engineers called Strictly Engineering Engineers from across the UK are challenged to turn their work into an exciting, eye-catching poster with the support of graphic designers... More...
IMPORTANT: Updated information regarding the Gas Modern Apprenticeship in Scotland
04 April 2012
We recently informed you that gas qualifications and the Gas Modern Apprenticeship in Scotland were due to lapse on 31 March 2012 and that replacements would not be in place until at least July 2012. We advised those with learners ready to undertake... More...
Diverting waste from landfill scoops Wessex Water the Institute of Water South West Area Innovation
03 April 2012
A unique aerobic system that treats and diverts 10,000 tonne of waste from landfill has won Wessex Water the Institute of Water's first South West Area Innovation Award. A panel of judges selected the 'CompAer' process as the regional winner to go... More...
Leak detection deal for UK cabling sector
03 April 2012
A technology that can detect and pinpoint leaks in underground electricity cables from street level, without the need to dig up the road, is set for roll out in the UK. Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions has signed a deal with PFTtech, a global company... More...
Conference Places Awarded to Water Engineers
03 April 2012
Four lucky engineers have won a competition to attend the Institute of Water's Annual Conference through a competition held for employees in the 3 Northern water companies. GA Valves have funded the places to the two day event: '2012 - Changing the... More...
National Skills Academy for Power launch Career Planning Tool
28 March 2012
The Power Sector is critical to the UK economy and by 2024 it will need to have recruited around 35,000 new employees. To support the current and future workforce needs and to ensure the Power Sector has a sufficiently competent workforce, the National... More...
Training is getting people back on the tools
16 March 2012
Yorkshire spirit doesn't keep Bradford man down as 53 year old Paul Cahill proves it's never too late to re-train and learn something new. Earlier this year Paul was made redundant from the manufacturing company he had worked at for 18 years. During... More...
Engineering Assessment and Registration - with IWater
12 March 2012
The contribution of engineering to the systems and processes that deliver water services both in the UK and worldwide is too often unrecognised and undervalued. The need to develop new and innovative ways of maintaining and improving a complex and... More...
Challenge to find the best new British innovations launched
12 March 2012
Business Minister Mark Prisk has today launched a nationwide competition to find the most innovative pre-market products, processes and concepts the UK has to offer. The Make it in Great Britain Challenge is open to inventors, manufacturers, engineers,... More...
Energy skills boss issues challenge to UK industry
12 March 2012
UK industry needs to pick up the challenge of providing the right kinds of green energy skills, or lose the opportunity of a lifetime, according to Tim Balcon, chief executive of Energy & Utility Skills. Mr Balcon, who is also chairman of the... More...
EU Skills serves up £75 to Solihull table tennis club
09 March 2012
Staff at a Solihull firm have been going batty for table tennis in a bid to serve up some desperately needed funds to help their neighbouring sports club. Employees at Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) in Stratford Road, Shirley dedicated an... More...
Water engineers' career prospects boosted through free professional review offer
29 February 2012
Careers prospects for engineers in the water industry are being boosted by an offer of free professional review for Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status. The Institute of Water, the UK's only professional body solely... More...
First class provsision is a hit
29 February 2012
Brookhouse Training receives backing for its students as the Dodd Group makes a commitment to continue to provide on-site, real life, work experience opportunities for the training company's students. The Telford based Dodd Group which specialises... More...
Award Winner to Feature at Water UK's Innovation Hub 2012
24 February 2012
The winner of the Institute of Water National Innovation Awards 2012 will be given the opportunity to showcase their winning idea at Water UK's Innovation Hub. The Innovation Awards which are sponsored by Northumbrian Water for 2012 are now in their... More...
FREE Breakfast Briefing - Aston University's Engineering Academy
16 February 2012
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) is hosting a free breakfast briefing on Tuesday 21 February 2012 (08:00-09:00) to enable employers in the East and West Midlands to gain an insight into the unique Apprenticeship offer provided by Aston University's... More...
Conference to showcase leading edge research
15 February 2012
Ten PhD level research engineers helping to tackle some of today's water sector challenges are set to showcase some of their leading edge research at the Institute of Water's Annual Conference. The UK water sector is entering a period of profound... More...
Enter the Gas Industry Awards 2012!
14 February 2012
The Gas Industry Awards 2012, organised by IGEM and SBGI will take place on Wednesday 9 May 2012 at the Hilton Hotel in London and are now open for entries. These annual awards recognise and reward the outstanding achievements of individuals and... More...
Former military man gets a pass in gas
09 February 2012
An ex-Army corporal from Halifax, Colin Philliskirk, thought Civvy Street would be one of the hardest missions he would ever have to embark on until local training company, Brookhouse Training, provided a transition route that was future proof outside... More...
Supporting Career Development through Changing Times
06 February 2012
For more than 65 years, the Institute of Water has helped people advance their careers in the water industry and supported employers by providing value-for-money professional development and networking opportunities. In addition to professional registration,... More...
Business Skills Awards for the Water Industry 2012 open for entries!
02 February 2012
Now in their tenth year, the Business Skills Awards for the Water Industry 2012 will take place on Friday 18 May 2012. Winning an Award can boost your profile with customers and colleagues so celebrate your excellence by entering for the 2012 Business... More...
Chartered Recognition for Environmentally Focussed Water Professionals
02 February 2012
Three water industry professionals have recently become Chartered Environmentalists through the Institute of Water. The Chartered Environmentalist qualification is now the recognised standard of excellence for environmental practitioners. To be... More...
Energy & Utility Skills' boss to step down after a decade at the helm
02 February 2012
Tim Balcon, Chief Executive of Energy & Utility Skills today announced he will step down from 1st April 2012. His decision to leave at the end of this financial year comes as he marks his tenth year leading EU Skills, an organisation he was instrumental... More...
Application open for the Utilities and Service Industries Training Limited Awards!
27 January 2012
Applications are now open for the latest USIT (Utilities and Service Industries Training Limited) Awards. FREE ATTENDANCE AT CONFERENCE USIT will pay delegate fees and £100 expenses for up to ten people to attend the Institute of Water Annual... More...
Energy & Utility Skills Apprenticeships Evaluation - we need your views!
18 January 2012
Apprenticeships are a key method of recruitment and training in the energy and utility sector. They support the sector in addressing key issues including an ageing workforce and a skills deficit in craft and technical roles. A skilled workforce is... More...
Have your say - influence the development of skills and training for the waste industry in Scotland
18 January 2012
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) has been commissioned by the Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP) to undertake a short review of the current and future skills required by the waste industry in Scotland. As part of the current Zero... More...
Registration Process for Engineering Technicians Simplified
16 January 2012
There are currently around 239,000 Registered Engineers in the UK: 179,500 Chartered Engineers, 33,750 Incorporated Engineers, but only 14,000 Engineering Technicians. It is estimated that tens of thousands of practising technicians hold the relevant... More...
£1,000 Award for Water White Thinkers
12 January 2012
The Institute of Water is pleased to announce that the Scottish Area Strictly Innovation Awards are now open for entries. Do you have an innovative idea for a product or process that could help to drive improvements in the water industry? Would... More...
Carbon Monoxide alarms for life - get yours for Christmas urges EU Skills expert...
12 December 2011
It is dubbed the silent killer and has claimed 50 accidental deaths and 4,000 A & E attendances in England yet still people do not do enough to protect themselves from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Incidents arising from CO as a result of using... More...
Training becomes a regional winner
12 December 2011
ITV's Clare Frisby announces Brookhouse Training is SME of Tthe Year 2011 at a regional business awards, The Reporter Series District Business Awards in West Yorkshire. The Cleckheaton based company were awarded the honour when judges were impressed... More...
Implications and Outcomes of Spelman's White Paper
12 December 2011
Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman's says that we must act now to make the changes needed to keep our rivers flowing and our water supplies reliable and affordable. The White Paper about Water describes a vision for future water management in... More...
Calling all primary schools and pupils aged 10-11!
11 December 2011
Please help raise awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning! CO-Gas Safety is an independent registered charity and is running a Schools Poster Competition for a fifth year to highlight the dangers of CO and other dangers from using... More...
Anything possible for woman on a mission Sharon…
07 December 2011
An intrepid fundraiser who braved dense jungle, poisonous snakes and searing humidity to cycle across South-East Asia for charity is already planning her next mission. Sharon McLaughlin, 47, has just returned from her gruelling exploits, cycling... More...
Innovation Recognised at Water Industry Awards
04 December 2011
The Institute of Water Welsh Area Innovation Awards were presented at a lavish ceremony on Wednesday 23 November at the Holland House Hotel in Cardiff. The Awards were open to everyone working in the water industry in Wales and this year judges received... More...
Energy & Utility Skills secure £3.5 million of investment for the energy and utilities sector
24 November 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) is delighted to announce that as part of the Employer Investment Fund (EIF) operated by the UK Commission for Employment and Skills they have secured £3.5million worth of skills investment for the energy and... More...
Changes to key criteria for people working on boilers and space heaters
22 November 2011
Changes to some of the key criteria relating to registration work categories for people working on 'boilers and space heaters' comes into effect on 1 April 2012. This criteria will require that if you hold CEN1 (Central Heating Boilers) or CENWAT... More...
Competition to Win Conference Places
22 November 2011
The Institute of Water Northern Area is hosting a competition to offer young engineers from Northumbrian Water Ltd, Yorkshire Water Services and United Utilities the opportunity to attend a National Conference. The competition will see three young... More...
Customer Satisfaction Survey 2011
18 November 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) is currently undertaking its seventh annual Customer Satisfaction Survey, which is being carried out by BMG Research and will interview approximately 500 of our key contacts during November and December. The... More...
International Water Association Call for Young Speakers
18 November 2011
The International Water Association are offering young researchers (under the age of 35) working in the water sector the opportunity to share knowledge and project highlights with other aspiring young water professionals. The 13th IWA UK National... More...
Cable guarantees quality, slashes red tape and delivers cash boost for firms
16 November 2011
To encourage thousands of small firms that don't currently hire Apprentices to take on a young Apprentice aged 16 to 24, the Government will offer employers with up to 50 employees an incentive payment of up to £1,500. This will support up to 20,000... More...
Success for UK Drilling and Tapping Teams at Aquatech
15 November 2011
The Drilling and Tapping World Water Cup was held at Aquatech Amsterdam in November.National Champions from the USA, Holland and the UK took part in the competition which requires all teams to complete in each of the three National tapping methods with... More...
The National Skills Academy for Power launch 2012 Annual Conference and Awards!
14 November 2011
The National Skills Academy for Power has launched its 2012 Annual Conference and Awards. The Many Skills: One Vision Conference is the ideal platform to learn and discuss how we can collaborate as a sector to tackle the skills issue. At the 2012... More...
Water Industry Rising Stars
11 November 2011
As part of the Institute of Water's ongoing work to nurture rising talent in the water sector it has teamed up with the main utility magazine Utility Week to celebrate and reward eight young members who have shown both the potential and an appetite... More...
Chartered Recognition for Environmentally Focused Water Professionals
07 November 2011
Five water industry professionals have recently become Chartered Environmentalists through the Institute of Water. The Chartered Environmentalist qualification is now the recognised standard of excellence for environmental practitioners. To be awarded... More...
Sharon saddles up for South Asian adventure
03 November 2011
Intrepid traveller Sharon McLaughlin may work in the energy sector but she aims to draw on her very own energy conserves as she pedals her way across South East Asia in the name of charity. Sharon, 47, an Engagement Director with Solihull-based Energy... More...
Award Funded Attendance at High Potentials Leadership Course
31 October 2011
Paul Sexton, General Manager at Veolia Water Outsourcing in Scotland and the Institute of Water's Scottish Area President recently won a USIT award to attend the High Potentials Leadership Course at Harvard Business School in Boston. USIT (Utilities... More...
New Group Competence Scheme
27 October 2011
The Gas Industry, in common with many others regards safety as the number one priority. The Gas Safe Register keeps a record of everyone working in scope (as defined by the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations) who have demonstrated that... More...
New EUSR Reference Checking Scheme
27 October 2011
Distribution Gas Transporters have responsibilities to manage their operations within their network to ensure so far as reasonably practicable the protection of all those potentially affected by the work activities. One of the fundamental aspects... More...
Department of Energy and Climate Change publish Renewables Obligation Banding Review
23 October 2011
The Department of Energy and Climate Change has published the Renewables Obligation Banding Review, applicable to England and Wales and effective between 2013 and 2017. This is not eligible in Scotland, however, it does give an indication of where... More...
October edition of EUpdate now available
21 October 2011
The October edition of EUpdate has been published. This month's edition of EUpdate contains information on: Energy & Utility Skills wins Funding Bid to develop a Talent Bank £1.2 million training initiative to tackle the green skills shortage Prestigious... More...
Young Professionals to Speak Alongside Sector Experts
19 October 2011
Two young water professionals have been selected to speak at the Institute of Water National Conference alongside a line up of exceptional industry speakers. As part of the Institute of Water's ongoing work to nurture rising talent in the water sector,... More...
Energy Bill becomes law
19 October 2011
The Energy Act has become law setting in stone the legal framework for the Green Deal, which will be launched in Autumn next year. The Green Deal will revolutionise the energy efficiency of the nation's homes and businesses. It will help people insulate... More...
Serac UK appoints new general manager
14 October 2011
Leading learning and training provider, Serac UK, has appointed Mark Warnes as general manager to drive the company's development and marketing of courses and assessments for the waste, extractives, facilities management & mineral processing industries. Mark... More...
Upto £500 available for Network Constructuion Supervisors to gain nationally recognised registration
12 October 2011
Funding of up to £500 per candidate is available in order for Network Construction Supervisors to gain a nationally recognised registration. The funding is available to individuals who register for the EUSR Utility Network Construction Supervisor... More...
Listen again to the Talent Bank Webinar
11 October 2011
Thanks to everyone who joined the Talent Bank Webinar on Monday 10 October 2011. We hope you found the Webinar a useful opportunity to learn more about Talent Bank and hear from an employer who has been involved in the development of Talent Bank... More...
Careers Transition Partnership to host Energy and Utilities Industries Awareness event
11 October 2011
The Career Transition Partnership (CTP) supported by Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) and the National Skills Academy for Power (the Skills Academy) will be hosting an Energy and Utilities Industries Awareness event on Thursday 24 November... More...
Last Chance for Women at Work Wales
09 October 2011
The last few places are available for developing Women in the Workplace Training that aims to develop the skills and abilities of women working in the energy and utilities industries across Wales. Employers can apply for support for training up... More...
Energy & Utility Skills wins Funding Bid to develop a Talent Bank
06 October 2011
Vince Cable has announced today the £20m investment in key industries, including energy and utilities, in the skills for growth initiative. As part of this announcement Energy & Utility Skills has successfully won the bid to develop a Talent... More...
Prestigious recognition for EUSR's processes and procedures
05 October 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) are celebrating after receiving major recognition in the form of a certificate for best practice. The EUSR, a robust solution for employers to plan, record, analyse and verify the competency of their workforce... More...
A Day in the Life of a Leakage Technician
19 September 2011
The Institute of Water South East Area is to launch a series of events looking at various roles within the water industry. South East Water's Leakage Team will host 'A Day in the Life of a Leakage Technician' at their Head Office in Kent on 30 September... More...
The Future for Water in Northern Ireland
12 September 2011
Dr Trevor Elliot a Reader in Environmental Engineering at Queen's University Belfast will deliver the Keynote Address at this year's Institute of Water Northern Ireland Area Autumn Seminar which will consider sustainability and Northern Ireland's... More...
Sponsor Sharon to cycle from Vietnam to Cambodia!
11 September 2011
In November (3-13 November 2011), Sharon McLaughlin, Engagement Director at Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) will be cycling 400km from Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) in Vietnam to Siem Ream in Cambodia in aid of Acorns Children's Hospice Trust. Please... More...
IGEM demonstrates its commitment to CPD for gas professionals
30 August 2011
IGEM, an internationally recognised and learned membership organisation has demonstrated its commitment to continuous professional development by hosting a range of technical seminars for the remainder of 2011. The Institution recognises the importance... More...
CfA need your views on demand for Higher Apprenticeships in HR and Project Management
30 August 2011
The CfA, the Government recognised Apprenticeship issuing authority responsible for business skills, are interested in the views of employers and stakeholders on the potential demand for Higher Apprenticeships in Human Resources and Project Management. Proposed... More...
Level 2 Scottish Modern Apprenticeship in the Water Industry introduced
30 August 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) has launched Scotland's first-ever Level 2 Modern Apprenticeship (MA) in the energy and utility sector. The MA is specific to the water industry, which has a proven track record of planning, developing and... More...
Doing More with Less
26 August 2011
Tony Wray (Chief Executive, Severn Trent Water) will host this year's Midlands Innovations Showcase which will see new innovative processes, ideas and technologies for the water and / or environmental sector showcased at the Severn Trent Centre in... More...
August's edition of EUpdate is now available on the EU Skills website.
18 August 2011
The August edition of EUpdate has been published. This month's edition of EUpdate contains information on: EU Skills runs first Workforce Planning Model webinar Over 88,000 jobs in wind and marine energy industries by 2021 Skills Academy &... More...
Skills Development Scotland launch Low Carbon Skills Fund
10 August 2011
Skills Development Scotland has launched the Low Carbon Skills Fund, which gives Scottish businesses with up to 250 employees the opportunity to apply for up to £12,500 towards employee training costs. It: provides funding for up to 25 episodes... More...
Flexible Training Opportunities available for Scottish businesses
10 August 2011
Skills Development Scotland (SDS) have launched Flexible Training Opportunities to give Scottish businesses with up to 150 employees the opportunity to apply for up to £5,000 towards employee training costs. Enhancing employees' skills will bring... More...
Skills Development Scotland run first-ever Scottish Apprenticeship Week
09 August 2011
Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is supporting the work of Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) in Scotland by running the first Scottish Apprenticeship Week during September (5 - 9 September). Its aim is to encourage more employers to take on Apprentices. SDS... More...
Call for Young Speakers
03 August 2011
The Institute of Water is offering young professionals from the water industry a superb CPD opportunity to take centre stage alongside some exceptional speakers at its Annual Conference. The Conference entitled '2012 - Changing the Industry for a... More...
Gas Safe Register hold first-ever Gas Safety Week
02 August 2011
Gas Safety Week will focus on encouraging people to take positive steps to making sure their home is Gas Safe. The theme of the week is to take care and be Gas Safe. The week will highlight to home owners the importance of taking care of their gas... More...
The Future of Forests and Woodlands in England
29 July 2011
The Eastern Area of the Institute of Water has issued a response to the Independent Forestry Panel's call for views on the future of forests and woodlands in England. The Independent Forestry Panel was established earlier this year by the Secretary... More...
Building a Hydro Nation
28 July 2011
Delegates at this year's Institute of Water Scottish Area Autumn Seminar will hear about the Scottish First Minister's plans for Scotland to become a Hydro Nation. A consultation on proposals for Scottish Water to develop its commercial activities... More...
Listen again to the Workforce Planning Model Webinar
21 July 2011
Thanks to everyone who joined the Workforce Planning Model webinar yesterday (Wednesday 20 July 2011). We hope you found the Webinar a useful opportunity to learn more about our Workforce Planning Model and hear from an employer who has benefitted... More...
Energy & Utility Skills wins Growth and Innovation Fund Bid to develop a Talent Bank
19 July 2011
Following the first round of applications to the £50m Growth and Innovation Fund, innovative proposals to deliver world class training in seven leading industries have been selected for further development. Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills)... More...
Change to Apprenticeship Completion Certificate Charges in England
18 July 2011
On 6 April 2011, the provisions in the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning (ASCL) Act were enacted which affect the certification of Apprentices in England. The regulations that underpin the ASCL Act instruct certificating authorities... More...
Free webinar on the Workforce Planning Model
13 July 2011
Energy & Utility Skills and the National Skills Academy for Power would like to invite employers in the energy and utilities industries to participate in a 'Webinar' (an online, web based seminar) on the 'Workforce Planning Model', taking place... More...
Roger Harrington joins the Institute of Water Board of Directors
13 July 2011
The Institute of Water is pleased to announce that Roger Harrington has joined its Board of Directors with immediate effect. The Institute is the only professional body that is solely dedicated to supporting the careers of people working in the... More...
Over 88,000 jobs in wind and marine energy industries by 2021
07 July 2011
Report shows five-fold employment growth in wind, wave and tidal sector in next ten years - if right policies in place. Skills shortages must be addressed to ensure well-qualified staff can fill gaps. Government and industry urged to ramp up... More...
New Water Apprenticeships for England and Wales Published
04 July 2011
EU Skills publish new water Apprenticeships to be used in England and Wales from 1 August 2011. Following accreditation of Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) qualifications in the water industry by CABWI and Edexcel, EU Skills has issued a... More...
More than 150 individuals registered on EU Skills' Sustainable Resource Management Apprenticeship!
24 June 2011
The Statistical First Release (SFR), published by the National Data Service, on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has confirmed there are now 170 individuals registered on the Apprenticeship in Sustainable Resource... More...
FSB need your help to gain £5m for local small businesses
24 June 2011
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) in Norfolk, Suffolk East Sussex, Essex and Kent, is working with local authorities across those five counties to bid for up to £5 million from the Regional Growth Fund to support small businesses wishing to... More...
EUSR identified as ‘exemplar’ in the latest HSE report
21 June 2011
EUSR was included as part of a research project commissioned by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Construction Skills 2011. The concluding report on 'Routes into Competence' published in May identified that there were 45 schemes with over 300... More...
Please Take our Skillsfocus Magazine Reader Survey 2011
17 June 2011
Over the coming months, we would like our readers to feedback on Skillsfocus magazine. Your comments will help us make sure Skillsfocus is a useful publication that you value in your role. The Skillsfocus magazine reaches an audience of over 3,000... More...
Top honours awarded to employers in the energy and utilities sector
15 June 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) and the National Skills Academy for Power (the Skills Academy) would like to congratulate the following employers in the energy and utilities sector who have been awarded by her Majesty The Queen in her latest... More...
EU Skills joins forces to submit bid for Intelligent Energy Europe funding
15 June 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills), in partnership with three other Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) have submitted a proposal for the Intelligent Energy Europe (IEE) programme. Intelligent Energy Europe is part of the European Union's (EU's)... More...
Funding available for management training in the South East and South West
09 June 2011
If you have ambitious plans to grow, whether you're starting up or have been in business for a while, however many people you have working for you - you need to ensure that they are fully engaged with your plans. You need to ensure that you have the... More...
Renewable Energy Skills ~ Wind Turbine Technician Qualifications
31 May 2011
The National Skills Academy for Power is working with 'The Renewable Energy Exchange Network', a collaborative online forum to discuss issues impacting on Off-Shore wind. There are numerous on-line web conferences each month and The Skills Academy... More...
Talent Bank - we need your support!
31 May 2011
Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) and the National Skills Academy for Power (the Skills Academy) are currently bidding for the Growth Innovation Fund (GIF) and are looking for employers to support the Talent Bank proposal. Talent Bank is an... More...
Employer Investment Fund
31 May 2011
As you may be aware Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) submitted a funding bid for the Employer Investment Fund (EIF), for a Women & Work continuation project, in May 2011. The EIF has been established by the UK Commission for Employment... More...
Consultation on the development of smart meter installations
27 May 2011
The roll out of smart meters across the UK is a key part of the Government's programme and will involve the replacement of around 53 million gas and electricity meters. Implementation dates have been published with full regime readiness planned for... More...
NI Water Moving Forward After Freeze Thaw Incident
27 May 2011
A two-day Conference in Templepatrick looked at the lessons to be learned from the unprecedented freeze/thaw over the Christmas period last year in Northern Ireland. It attracted stakeholders from across the water sector in both Northern Ireland and... More...
Recycled PCs donated to Chester school
25 May 2011
A West Midlands business has donated five recycled PCs to a Chester School. Solihull-based Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills), the parent company of the National Skills Academy for Power recently undertook an upgrade of its computer equipment... More...
May EUpdate now available
24 May 2011
The May edition of EUpdate, featuring all the latest news and information in the energy and utilities industries is now available. This month's edition includes information on: New Apprenticeships for England and Wales Skillsfocus Magazine... More...
Government Response to Smart Metering Implementation Programme Prospectus Consultation
12 May 2011
In response to the proposals set out in the Prospectus for the Smart Metering programme, the Government has reconfirmed its commitment to the rollout of electricity and gas smart meters to all homes and small businesses in Great Britain between 2014-2019... More...
Issuing Authority Status
06 April 2011
In March 2011, Energy & Utility Skills (EU Skills) was invited by the Minister of State for Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning to become the Issuing Authority for English Apprenticeship frameworks in the energy and utilities sector.... More...
Institute of Water Annual Conference & Exhibition 2011
31 January 2011
Fulfilling a vital public health role each dayA major conference being held in Swansea this year will showcase the vital public health role that the water sector fulfils each day.The Institute of Water's conference, 'For the Health of the Nation: securing,... More...
Latest edition of EUpdate now available
31 January 2011
The January edition of EUpdate, featuring all the latest news and information in the energy and utilities industries is now available.> January EUpdate 2011 - Gain up to £650 to upskill women in your workforce More...
Apprenticeship Awards 2011 now open for entries
18 January 2011
The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) has launched its Apprenticeship Awards 2011. Now in their eighth year, the annual competition celebrates the success of the top Apprentices and Apprenticeship employers in England.If your organisation is a top... More...
Apprenticeship Week 2011
18 January 2011
National Apprenticeship Week 2011 will take place from Monday 7 to Friday 11 February 2011.Apprenticeship Week is the week when all eyes are on Apprenticeships and it's all about raising the profile of Apprenticeships amongst employers, learners, parents,... More...
