18th Edition Wiring Regulations

As electrical installations evolve to include renewable energy systems, battery storage and EV charging, the way power flows through circuits is changing. Rob Shepherd takes a deep dive into bidirectional protective devices and explains when and why they are required. In a conventional installation, electricity flows from the supply network into the installation and uses […]

From humble beginnings, the IET Wiring Regulations quickly became the standard for electrical installation in the UK. With the latest amendment to the 18th Edition set for publication on 15 April 2026, Rob Shepherd looks at the development of ‘The Regs’. As well as being the same year that Britain’s first electric trams started running […]

Certification is more than simply a badge – it’s a strategic investment that reinforces trust, credibility and quality across the electrical contracting sector. InstallerELECTRIC explains how certification has emerged as a cornerstone for success. In a highly regulated and safety conscious sector like electrical contracting, certification serves as a marker of quality and competence. For […]

Martindale Electric, a leader in electrical testing and safety equipment, has announced the launch of the ET6300 Series Multifunction Installation Tester, designed to meet the needs of electricians now and into the future. The ET6300 is accurate, reliable and user-friendly. It has a high level of input protection with a CAT IV safety rating, ensuring […]

BS 7671:2018 IET Wiring Regulations, more commonly known as the 18th Edition or ‘The Regs’, set out the requirements for safe electrical installations. A new amendment to the 18th Edition has just been issued and Installer looks at what this means for electrical contractors.  In the same year that the UK’s first public electric street […]