Footballer Electrocuted By Light ‘Fixed With Sellotape’

A tragic incident occurred at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth in 2016 when a footballer died after receiving an electric shock from a floodlight mast while climbing back over a fence. An investigation later revealed the floodlight was damaged and had apparently been “repaired” using Sellotape, The operator of the pitch at the time has been charged with failing to protect the public.

Fire safety isn’t optional - and this hotel just paid the price

A Grade II listed Northamptonshire hotel has been fined £75,000 after a failure to fix serious fire safety issues. Inspectors found the Hotel in Wellingborough had not complied with a notice requiring improvements, including repairing its faulty fire alarm system — believed to have been inoperative for several years. The ruling highlights the ongoing importance of maintaining fire safety equipment in all commercial premises.

NICEIC to Certify Installers Under New MCS Rules

The NICEIC has announced that it will begin certifying installers under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), following accreditation from UKAS. The organisation is working closely with MCS to ensure a smooth transition for those already registered under the existing scheme, who are not required to take any action at this stage.

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The ‘World’s Worst’ Drill? Safety Chiefs Issue Urgent Warning

Electricians are being urged to avoid the Rontaly YC2801 cordless combination drill after the Office for Product Safety and Standards identified multiple severe safety failures. The tool has been labelled a high risk of electric shock due to poor internal connections and wires soldered directly to the circuit board. Electricians who encounter the product are advised not to purchase it and report it to local Trading Standards.

Why Your Heat Pump Might Be Breaking Noise Rules

Heat pumps can significantly reduce heating costs, but noise remains a key concern when units are poorly installed. To address this, MCS has released new guidance to help electricians reduce installation noise and meet the MCS sound assessment requirement of staying below 37 dB. The goal is to ensure quieter, compliant installations and prevent noise-related complaints.

Heating Bills Slashed by a Data Centre?! Only in Britain…

A couple in Essex has become the first in the UK to heat their home using a miniature data centre installed in their garden shed. The "HeatHub," developed by Thermify, houses over 500 small computers that generate heat as they process data. The couple report dramatically reduced energy bills and say the system performs far better than their previous heating setup.

160kWh at Home?! Sungrow’s New Setup Is Wild

Sungrow has launched its new three-phase battery and inverter combination in the UK. The SBH battery is a high-voltage unit with modular 5kWh blocks that can be stacked up to eight modules per tower and combined across four towers for a maximum capacity of 160kWh.

The SBH is designed to work seamlessly with Sungrow’s SHT inverters, which handle system intelligence, power conversion, and high-speed protection.

Lightweight, bright, and built to survive site life

NightSearcher has launched the LightWave 800R, a rechargeable head torch designed specifically for electricians. Delivering up to 800 lumens across multiple modes, it combines a precision LED spot beam with a COB floodlight for wide, even site lighting. Its USB-C charging port offers a full recharge in just 2.5 hours. With a runtime of up to 5.5 hours, The LightWave 800R is built for all-day use in tough environments.

Why These Electricians Spent the Day Feeding Goats

Electricians from UK Power Networks traded tools for troughs during a special volunteer day at Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats in Maidstone, Kent. The team served breakfast to around 100 rescue goats, many of which had been abandoned, neglected, or mistreated before arriving at the sanctuary.

A wholesome change of pace - and a welcome act of kindness from the trade.