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HVCA BECOMES B&ES ON 1 MARCH 2012
The Heating and Ventilating Contractors’ Association (HVCA) is rebranding and from 1 March 2012 will be known as the Building & Engineering Services Association (B&ES). The HVCA, established in 1904 as the National Association of Master Heating and Domestic Engineers, adopted the HVCA name in 1963. Bob Shelley, President of the HVCA comments, “ Back then, of course, that’s exactly how the majority of the members would have described themsel... [more]
Danfoss provides added value training for heat pumps installers
Danfoss Heat Pumps UK introduces a bespoke training course to help approved installers with the understanding and interpretation of the MIS 3005 standard, which is essential for compliance to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). The new version (3.1) of the standard was announced in January this year and Danfoss Heat Pumps’ training department acted swiftly to design a dedicated course to respond to this, announcing a series of cou... [more]
Business Intelligence Seminars at Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Show 2012 sponsored by Climate Center
Climate Center announces it is sponsoring the high profile Business Intelligence Seminars at the forthcoming ACR Show 2012. The seminars are being staged in a purpose-designed auditorium on the floor of the show, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, 13 to 15 March, 2012. The high quality programme will address key issues facing the air conditioning and refrigeration industry, including changing legislation, training needs, new business... [more]
Yorkshire Copper Tube calls for the government to review its laws on metal scrappage to help plumbers across the UK
It is a fact that metal theft keeps increasing, leaving business out of pocket and unable to complete planned jobs. When trading in scrap metal in other parts of Europe people are required to give their full personal details and a bank account for money to be transferred into, which deters theft and ensures that dealers are accountable for the goods they receive. Neil said: “As we are a member of the KME Group of companies, which together r... [more]
The green deal energy scheme announced by the government is welcomed by the CIPHE
The Green Deal energy scheme is set to benefit households across the UK next year. Kevin Wellman, Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering, commented, “The extra investment is very encouraging, especially now when fuel poverty is of increasing concern among British people. The Green Deal isn’t just about meeting Government quotas for carbon emissions, it’s about providing practical help to people w... [more]
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Red tape reduction for natural health products should not be held up by unnecessary new legislation
OTTAWA , Feb. 8, 2012 /CNW/ - Consumer Health Products Canada , the association representing makers of the natural health products (NHPs) and OTC medicines that Canadians use in the practice of self-care, ...
To protect water supplies, bill calls for habitual feeder fines
Legislation supported by Patrick administration officials and heard by the Environment Committee would allow the government to begin to fine individuals for feeding wildlife, with the first offense meriting a written warning, followed by a $50 fine for a second offense and $100 for a third.
Impact fee part ofMarcellus legislation
HARRISBURG (AP) - A final framework is at hand on sweeping legislation to impose an impact fee and update safety regulations on Pennsylvania's booming natural gas industry, top Republican state lawmakers say.
Hearing Highlights Disagreement Over Cybersecurity Incentives vs. Regulation
Even as Congress takes up broad cybersecurity legislation, witnesses at a House subcommittee hearing highlighted lingering disagreement over just how to reduce cyber threats.
Slew of gambling regulations approved
A legislative committee overwhelmingly approved a wide-ranging update of gambling regulations today, but not before fighting over an attempt to designate more money toward addiction services. The House State Government and Elections Committee OK’d about 20 amendments to the bill, including allowing bingo halls to stay open until 2 a.m. instead of midnight and letting charities pay poker dealers.
U.P. State Fair Focus of New Bills
Legislation removing obsolete rules and regulations from the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s books was approved today by the Michigan House.
GOP lawmakers seek vote on Pa. gas drilling bill
A final framework is at hand on sweeping legislation to impose an impact fee and update safety regulations on Pennsylvania's booming natural gas industry, top Republican state lawmakers say.Republicans ...
Senator urges lobbying against money market reform
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senator Pat Toomey is urging businesses to push back against efforts by U.S. securities regulators to impose new rules on the money market fund industry, which he says could "wipe out" the products. Speaking to an audience at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, he expressed frustration that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is trying to move ahead on ...
Do I Change My Site In The UK To Comply With New Cookie Laws?
People are generally vaguely aware that debates have been taking place in Europe over new legislation which principally affects the use of “Cookies”.
Economic planners eye regional sites’ marketing power
Economic development officials in Columbia and Clatsop counties are seeking buy-in from local communities to participate in state legislation allowing the designation of land for long-term industrial use. The purpose is to attract industrial investors on the promise of a quick land-use review ...
