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A round-up of all the latest news, developments and announcements from SNIPEF Members, apprentices and events.
Duncan Sharp appointed as President of SNIPEF amid ongoing industry challenges
SNIPEF’s 101st president aims to leave a legacy of growth, confronting skills shortage and apprenticeship funding […]
SNIPEF highlight workforce crisis in plumbing and heating profession on STV News
The SNIPEF team headed to Bathgate this month for filming with STV to highlight the ongoing […]
SNIPEF and City Plumbing join forces to strengthen apprenticeship pathway
SNIPEF has signed a partnership agreement with City Plumbing to highlight the importance of traditional skills […]
Countdown to SPAY 50 begins
The finalists have now been confirmed for the Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year (SPAY) competition […]
Explained: new company size thresholds
On 6 April, 2025, new company size thresholds were introduced by the UK Government, which saw […]
Hiring new staff – guide for members
The process you use for recruiting employees is vital to your company’s success. You need to […]
Workforce crisis in plumbing and heating profession at ‘breaking point’, warns SNIPEF Chief
SNIPEF survey finds nearly 70% of firms struggling to find skilled workers as apprenticeship recruitment flatlines […]
SNIPEF visits SeaWarm to learn more about innovative renewable technology using sea water
The SNIPEF Technical Team, accompanied by members and affiliates, travelled to South Queensferry last week to […]
SNIPEF publish latest State of Trade report
SNIPEF has published the Q1 State of Trade report, assessing trading performance, payment practices, profit margins, […]
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