Blog Articles

The plumbing and heating industry continues to face a huge skills crisis and, currently, there is little sign of progress. 

The industry has already made considerable adjustments to meet the target of a 31% reduction in carbon emissions produced by new build homes, as set out in the recent amendments to Part L of the Building Regulations. 

Climate change and the growing population are increasingly putting strain on our water resources. In fact, according to DEFRA’s Plan for Water, the UK uses 14 billion litres of water every day and will need 4 billion more by 2024.

Problems with plumbing and heating systems can pose a serious danger to health in the place where people should feel safest: their home. However, according to NHS England statistics, the number of Finished Consultant Episode (FCE) bed days due to contact with hot tap water increased by 31% for the financial year 2023-2024, when compared with statistics for the previous 12-month period.

The 14th World Plumbing Conference at InstallerSHOW 2026 unites global leaders to tackle industry challenges under the theme “Worldwide Problems – Global Solutions.

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2025, taking place from 10th - 16th February is a nationwide celebration of the impact that apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses, and the economy.

Legionnaires' disease, remains a public health concern that warrants our attention. New figures released by the UK Government reveal a troubling trend: incidents of Legionnaires' disease last year surpassed pre-COVID levels and were significantly higher than in 2022.

The CIPHE has once again been confirmed as a partner of the Heating Installer Awards 2025, as it returns once again this year.

The Plumbing Professionals Development Scheme (PPDS), launched in January 2024 by CIPHE and the Worshipful Company of Plumbers (WCP), is an innovative initiative designed to mentor, train, and empower the next generation of plumbing and heating professionals.