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From 1 October 2026, gas operatives must use IGEM/UP/1B Edition 4 when carrying out tightness testing and direct purging of small LPG/Air, natural gas and LPG installations. Steve Sutton, Technical Manager, Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) explains: Published in March 2026, Edition 4 replaces Edition 3, which was withdrawn on 30 September 2026.  A […]

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) is supporting Gas Safety Week 2026, taking place from 14–20 September, and is urging households across the UK to take gas safety seriously and never ignore potential warning signs.  This year’s Gas Safety Week theme, ‘Take No Chances’, comes from the Gas Safe Register campaign and serves as […]

The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) and Hot Water Association (HWA) have welcomed confirmation from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) that the implementation date for the Smart and Secure Electricity Systems (SSES) Programme’s Energy Smart Appliance (ESA) Regulations will be extended for in-scope electrical heating appliances (EHAs). Following extensive engagement, […]

As energy costs continue to rise, households across the UK are increasingly looking for ways to keep their homes warm without facing soaring bills. Stewart Clements, Director at the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC), explains how heating engineers are uniquely placed to offer expert guidance on system performance, boiler management, and insulation, helping householders […]

On 1st April 2005, it became mandatory for new gas boilers to be condensing types, marking a sea-change in appliance efficiency with massive consumer and climate benefits.   According to the Energy Savings Trust, a new A-rated gas condensing boiler saves households around £320 a year on their heating bill (for a typical semi-detached home) or […]