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Statutory rates from April 2024
The Government annually announces increases to weekly statutory payments which take effect from April each year.
Innovations in ECS assessments prove popular, as uptake of remote invigilation soars
Demand for simpler, quicker and more cost-effective ECS remote invigilation continues to rise
Industrial Relations update February 2024
In the second of his blogs, Martin Meadlarklan, Employment Relations Manager at the JIB, discusses the recent wage rate changes, increases to the lodging allowance, the launch of the new JIB Resolution Procedure and the Network Infrastructure Agreement
Members rate JIB’s overall performance in 2023
The majority of survey respondents say the JIB’s overall performance in 2023 was Good, Very Good or Excellent.
Experienced workers achieve new Level 3 NVQ in Electronic Fire and Security Systems
The first four people to successfully complete the experienced worker assessment route to the EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Providing Electronic Fire and Security Systems receive their qualifications
The JIB Annual Review 2023
A year of championing employment standards and skills
Autumn Statement pledges £50 million to increase apprenticeships
The Government’s announcement of investment in apprenticeships is a welcome step for the electrotechnical sector but more needs to be done to tackle the skills gap and support economic growth.
Government sets out planned legislation in King’s Speech
The Government set out its 2023-2024 programme of legislation in the King’s Speech at the Opening of Parliament on 7th November.
Research into the solar power workforce supports calls for electricians to upskill
Research commissioned by The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) reveals the scale of the workforce required to meet government targets for solar powered electricity generation.
JIB Rates of Pay 2024 – Apprentice Rate Updates
The JIB Apprentice rates will be aligned to the National Minimum Wage for 2024.
Latest JIB Forum discusses apprenticeship routes into the electrotechnical sector
The JIB hosted another successful industry forum ‘Apprenticeships – Routes into the Electrotechnical Sector, the Opportunities & Challenges’ on Wednesday 25th October at London’s Goldsmiths’ Centre.
A role in shaping change in the Electrical Industries Charity to support the next 100 years
As an inaugural member of the EIC’s Emerging Professionals Board – Deborah Graham-Wilson, Head of Communications & ESG at Eland Cables, reflects on her five-year tenure.
