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ELECT’s ongoing campaign for regulation of the electrical industry has been boosted by the backing of seven more high-profile politicians. MPs Stephen Kerr and
Philippa Whitford and MSPs Stewart Stevenson, Alexander Burnett, Colin Beattie, Graham Simpson and John Mason have added their names to our Wall of Support, which shows those supporting the crusade for Protection of Title. In his ‘brick’ on the wall, Mr Kerr,
Tory MP for Stirling, said: “I would encourage all elected representatives to support this campaign. Electricians are highly skilled professionals who undergo a thorough qualification process. That professionalism is vital to ensure work is carried out safely and to the standards required. “There are far too many instances of shoddy work having dreadful consequences. The success of this campaign will be to ensure that can no longer happen.” Dr Whitford, SNP MP for Central Ayrshire, said: “I am happy to add my name to SELECT’s Wall of Support. “As householders are being discouraged from carrying out electrical work on a DIY basis, it is important that anyone they employ to carry out the work is appropriately qualified.” Mr Stevenson, SNP MSP for Banffshire and Buchan Coast, also gave his backing to our #BackTheBrick campaign, saying: “I am delighted to add my support to SELECT’s newest campaign urging for the regulation of all electricians in Scotland. It is
John Mason is backing our Wall of Support bid
Latest boost for our campaign
important both for safety and professionalism that we ensure anyone calling themselves an electrician holds appropriate qualifications.
“Introducing a Title of Recognition will create greater trust between consumers and industry and should be standard practice in all types of construction work.” Fellow SNP MSP Mr Beattie, who represents Midlothian North and Musselburgh, said: “Putting regulations like this in place is not only vital for
making Scotland’s homes safer, but also for supporting the industry and those who work within it.
“It is of great importance that those who are properly trained and qualified in the field are the ones that we trust to cater for Scottish homes. Ensuring that they are certified not only guarantees that they are competent to do the work, but also strengthens the entire sector.” Voicing his support, Mr Burnett, Conservative MSP for Aberdeenshire West, added: “The privilege of calling
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SELECT, NICEIC and the SJIB have all welcomed the Scottish Government’s pledge to publish a consultation on regulation – and
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urged them to make it happen soon.Tey immediately endorsed the announcement in the 2019-20 Programme for Government in
September, which also included the assurance of a campaign to make it easier for consumers to find qualified electricians. NICEIC Managing Director
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