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The latest electrical industry news is brought to you every week by eFIXX, The Electricians' Channel. We cover everything from new products to business and people news. Get a heads up on what's being released this week on the eFIXX youtube channel.If you have a new product or service you'd like to feature in an upcoming episode please upload the information here 👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electrical-news-weekly-press-release

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June 15, 2026Episode 20316 min

Miliband Says Go, The Industry Says no... Here's Why

Send us Fan MailEnergy secretary Ed Miliband picks a fight with industry bodies over plug-in solar……another smart meter roll out is on the cards despite mounting criticism……and how did YOU celebrate International Electricians Day?…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/miliband-says-go-the-industry-says-no-heres-why===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLedvance 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/LedvanceDirectEasyCHUMPTools 👉https://hub.efixx.co.uk/ChumpfixENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 15/06//202501:09 Ed Miliband VS The Electrical Industry03:32 Another Smart Meter Roll Out Is On The Cards04:22 How Did You Celebrate National Electricians Day05:58 Win One of Three Spit 27E Nail Guns06:29 Spray Action Cans For Electricians07:18 Have You Used ChumpFix Yet?08:35 Wiska Junction Boxes - Built With Installers in Mind09:34 Live Electrical Unveils Consumer Unit Fire Extinguisher10:02 Paul Russells Lamp Of The Week10:27 Learner Of The Week11:37 Tea Break With Quickwire12:09 Score To Win With Schneider13:48 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

June 8, 2026Episode 20217 min

Bi-Directional RCDs Unplugged - Have we got this Wrong?

Send us Fan MailWe bust the scare stories over plug-in solar and bidirectional RCDs……investigators probe a dramatic explosion at a rooftop solar install on a home in Northamptonshire……and Wago recalls a terminal block over fire fears…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/you-re-told-to-fit-these-rcds-do-you-need-to===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 08/06/202601:09 eFIXX Busts Myth of Two-Way RCD Danger03:23 Plug-In Solar Booming Across The World04:15 Brand New Solar Install Explodes05:06 Contractor Fined After Underground Cable Strike06:08 Wago Recalls a Terminal Block Over Fire Fears07:10 Shelly Unveils new Installer Portal07:54 Metrel Showcasing Their Brand New Tester08:33 How Fast Can You Assemble an EV Kube?09:50 Sync Energy Pro Charger DC Range10:39 Paul Russells Lamp of The Week11:06 Learner of The Week12:16 Tea Break With Quickwire14:30 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

June 1, 2026Episode 20112 min

Electricians Are Getting This Rule Wrong!

Send us Fan MailElectricians are misinterpreting the 20% rule with earth fault loop impedances, says an industry expert……the MCS unveils new rules for installers of renewables……and an electrician’s death is blamed on the missing label on a isolating switch…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/electricians-are-getting-this-rule-wrong===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLedvance 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/LedvanceDirectEasyCHUMPTools 👉https://hub.efixx.co.uk/ChumpfixENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 01/06/202601:01 Electricians Are Getting This Rule Wrong!02:47 The MCS Unveils New Rules for Installers04:04 Electrician’s Death Blamed on Missing Label 05:16 Win Trips To Some Amazing Destinations06:10 Paul Russells Lamp of the Week06:42 Learner of the Week07:53 Tea Break With Quickwire08:50 Score To Win With Schneider Electric09:30 Thanks To Our Premium Partners09:56 Challenge Words & Winners10:29 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

May 26, 2026Episode 20017 min

Anger Mounts as Sparks Discover They’re ‘Unqualified’

Send us Fan Mail Anger mounts in the trade as more electricians discover they’ve been rendered unqualified by industry bodies……the IET steps into the debate over DC isolators for solar panel installs...…and supermarket Lidl unveils a home battery pack – for just £260…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/anger-mounts-as-sparks-discover-theyre-unqualified===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Doncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 26/05/202601:00 Anger Mounts as Sparks Discover They’re ‘Unqualified’02:46 IET Steps Into DC Isolator Debate04:43 LIDL Selling a Battery For How Much?!05:31 A New Type of EV ground Anchor06:41 Meet The Kidde Firex Range08:11 Serious Innovation in Fire-Rated Downlights09:22 Paul Russells Lamp Of The Week09:48 Learner Of The Week11:00 Tea Break With Quickwire12:29 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup15:09 Score To Win With Schneider16:37 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

May 18, 2026Episode 19921 min

The IET Just Settled The SPD Argument… Or Did They?

Send us Fan MailThe author of the Wiring Regulations, the IET, weighs into the debate over Surge Protection Devices and overcurrent protection……the Government issues an urgent alert over the mislabelling of EV charger terminals……and an electrician faces jail over fake time sheets…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/the-iet-just-settled-the-spd-argument-or-did-they===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLedvance 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/LedvanceDirectEasyCHUMPTools 👉https://hub.efixx.co.uk/ChumpfixENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 18/05/202601:04 The IET Just Settled The SPD Argument… Or Did They?04:12 Govt Issues EV Charger Warning To Electricians05:24 eFIXX 30 Under 30 Award Winners06:49 Electrician Faces Jail Over Fake Timesheets07:49 New CPD Group Accounts08:55 Docs Store Releases Amendment 4 Course09:20 Have You Used ChumpFix Yet?10:08 Megaman Updates Innovative Exchange Range11:03 Highlighting Marshall Tufflex's Sustainability12:10 Prolojik Is Redefining Lighting Controls13:52 Paul Russells Lamp Of The Week14:45 Learner Of The Week16:30 Teabreak With Quickwire17:25 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup19:45 Score To Win With Schneider Electric21:38 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

May 11, 2026Episode 19816 min

This Tiny Regulation Change Is About to Get Expensive

Send us Fan MailWe reveal the hidden change in Amendment 4 that’s set to push up the cost of solar installs……you’re filling in your EICRs incorrectly, say industry experts……and we meet the Staffordshire electrician who skipped work one day, and ended up stunning the world…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/this-tiny-regulation-change-is-about-to-get-expensive===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLewden Palazzoli 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/lewden-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 11/05/202600:55 This Tiny Regs Change Could Cost You Thousands02:55 Electricians Are Making This EICR Mistake04:29 The Ultimate Guide to Cable Lugs04:59 These 3 Companies Now Link Seamlessly06:16 Win Some Amazing Trips!07:10 Chumpfix Now Available Nationwide08:22 New Streetlight Makes Installs Easier09:15 Meet The New Saxby Forge09:50 Paul Russells Lamp of the Week10:24 Learner of the Week11:20 TeaBreak With Quickwire12:40 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup14:30 Score To Win With Schneider Electric16:03 The eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

May 5, 2026Episode 19713 min

Govt Crack Down on Misleading Plug-In Solar Adverts

Send us Fan MailThe Government watchdog intervenes over the marketing of plug-in solar kits……Ed Miliband gives the green light to cross-pavement EV charging……and safety chiefs issue an alert over a big brand energy storage system…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/govt-crack-down-on-misleading-plug-in-solar-adverts===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLedvance 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/LedvanceDirectEasyCHUMPTools 👉https://hub.efixx.co.uk/ChumpfixENWDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 05/05/202600:54 Govt Crack Down on Misleading Plug-In Solar Adverts02:47 Ed Miliband Gives Green Light to Cross-Pavement EV Charging04:23 Govt Issues Alert Over Sigenergy AC Plug05:14 Greencable Expands Service Further06:06 Get 20 Remi Tool Trays For Your College06:39 Paul Russells Lamp Of The Week07:09 Learner Of the Week08:41 Tea Break With Quickwire09:36 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup12:00 Score To Win With Schneider13:10 Challenge Words & Winners13:52 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

April 27, 2026Episode 19614 min

Plug-In Solar PANIC: Experts Issue Fresh Alert 🚨

Send us Fan MailElectrical safety experts issue a fresh warning over the dangers of plug-in solar kits……ANOTHER charger firm goes to the wall. Just what is going on in the EV world?……and another country puts out a plea for electricians…but you've got to like extreme weather…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/plug-in-solar-panic-experts-issue-fresh-alertPrize winners, click here to claim your prize👉 https://www.efixx.co.uk/get-involved===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLewden Palazzoli 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/lewden-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 27/04/202600:44 Plug-In Solar Panic: Experts Issue Fresh Alert01:57 EV Charger Firm Goes Into Administration03:20 Get Your Stripped Out Lights Collected For Free03:40 Live Electrical Giveaway Results04:30 Screwfix Now Stocking Hager products04:52 Meet The ChargeM8 Sigma Payment Kiosk05:31 Introducing The EV Kube06:06 Knightsbridge Expands Metal Clad Range06:46 Integral LED Reimagines Fire Rated Downlights08:00 Paul Russells Lamp Of The Week08:28 Score To Win With Schneider Electric09:00 Learner Of The Week10:07 Tea Break With Quickwire11:13 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup13:38 Thanks To Our Premium Partners14:45 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

April 20, 2026Episode 19516 min

Plug-In Solar Blocked Before It Even Starts ⚠️

Send us Fan MailPotential purchasers of plug-in solar systems are set to encounter a major setback……Ikea’s solar panel installer goes bust leaving customers high and dry……and the long-awaited launch of Amendment 4 of the Wiring Regs is marred by a renewed row over its price tag…Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/plug-in-solar-blocked-before-it-even-starts-⚠️===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLewden Palazzoli 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/lewden-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 20/04/202601:00 Plug-in Solar Systems Encounter Major Setback02:30 Ikea’s Solar Panel Installer Goes Bust 03:24 Renewed Row Over Wiring Regs Price Tag04:55 Win World Cup Tickets05:21 Consolidate Your Whole Workflow into One Place05:53 Is This The Best App For Electricians06:47 Latest Innovations From ChumpTools07:45 Check out Live Electricals Double Pole Busbar09:01 Viperclip - Designed For Electricians, by Electricians!09:39 Schneider Electric - Score To Win10:13 Paul Russells Lamp of the Week10:37 Learner of the Week11:54 Tea Break With Quickwire12:44 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup15:02 Thanks To Our Premium Partners15:56 Challenge Words & Winners16:25 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews

April 15, 2026Episode 19416 min

Revealed: What's Inside BS 7671 Amendment 4?

Send us Fan MailThe IET has finally published details of the long-awaited Amendment 4 of BS 7671……Napit warns the trade not to neglect this crucial ring main test….…and pioneering battery storage brand Givenergy files a notice of its Intention to appoint an administrator… Welcome to Electrical News Weekly in association with Anker Solix, the world's number one plug-and-play home solar battery storage brand.======================Show Notes:Catch all the stories, links, and product info from this episode - it’s all waiting for you in the show notes at 👉 http://www.efixx.co.uk/Revealed_What-s-Inside-BS-7671-Amendment-4===============================================Thanks to our premium partners:Anker Solix 👉 https://hub.efixx.co.uk/AnkerSolixENWLewden Palazzoli 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/lewden-enwDoncaster Cables 👉 http://hub.efixx.co.uk/doncastercables-enw=======================================Time Stamps ⏱️00:00 Electrical News Weekly 15/04/202600:51 Revealed: What’s Inside BS 7671 Amendment 404:00 NAPIT Warns Trade Over Ring Final Testing05:11 Givenergy Files For Administration05:46 The Renewables Boom is in Full Swing07:25 Flex 7 Unveils New Plug & Play Control System08:03 How To Make Home Batteries Look Good09:15 Visiting Solar & Storage Live? Check out these brands!10:17 Paul Russells Lamp Of The Week11:24 Learner Of The Week12:31 Tea Break With Quickwire13:16 eFIXX Fantasy League Roundup16:21 eFIXX Weather Report=======================================#enw #electricians #electricalnews