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

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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SNIPEF chief welcomes approval of 3,000 new homes in Edinburgh

“In the spirit of benefiting the next generation, we hope that developers take this opportunity to utilise local, SME and micro businesses as part of the construction process with the aim of stimulating the local economy as a result.”

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Adverse weather advice for employers

Now that we are in the winter months, employers need to understand how adverse weather could […]

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Scottish Government launches new fire safety consultation

The Scottish Government Building Standards Division has issued an update on pending fire safety legislation and […]

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Christmas message from SNIPEF president John Doherty

As 2024 comes to a close, it has been another largely positive year for the plumbing […]

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Changes to the Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) announced

We recently contacted members to share details of our letter to the Secretary of State for […]

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Registration of interest for Contractor Works Framework open

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking contractors to participate in its £100M Contractor Works Framework, […]

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SNIPEF welcomes Instantor as its newest Affiliate

Having manufactured superior plumbing products since 1926 in Ireland, Instantor has established itself as the market […]

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Employer NI changes puts jobs and growth at risk, warns SNIPEF

New employer tax increase threatens stability of plumbing and heating industry, jeopardising skills investment and job […]

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