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A round-up of all the latest news, developments and announcements from SNIPEF Members, apprentices and events.

Business resilience under pressure as margins tighten across plumbing and heating profession

 Q4 State of Trade shows modest improvement in activity and confidence, but profitability continues to deteriorate […]

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Supporting SNIPEF Members through technical inspections

As part of SNIPEF membership, all member businesses receive a Technical Support Inspection every three years. […]

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Warm Homes Plan must prioritise skills to match Government ambitions, warns SNIPEF

SNIPEF welcomes ambition of the Warm Homes Plan but warns delivery risks repeating past insulation failures […]

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File your Self Assessment tax return before the deadline to avoid a penalty

HMRC is urging taxpayers to file their 2024 to 2025 tax return today and not wait […]

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Office opening hours over the festive period

As we enter the festive season, the SNIPEF office will be closing for the holidays. The […]

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Christmas message from SNIPEF President, Duncan Sharp

Just over six months into my term as President, I have been fortunate to meet many […]

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Apprenticeships set to fall sharply as new research reveals one in three employers plan to stop recruiting

Warning comes as England launches major new apprenticeship funding package, raising fears Scotland may fall further […]

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Apprenticeships at risk as national wage increases outpace employer training support

SNIPEF calls for a more balanced approach that protects fair pay for young people while sustaining […]

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Leaving your tools unsecured in your van overnight is like leaving a valve open – it can lead to costly problems

As a plumber or heating engineer, your tools are the essential components that keep your business […]

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