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Looking ahead with optimism R


ecent data from BEAMA showed a boost in optimism across the electrical sector, driven by the prospect of trade deals and the government’s ongoing commitment to decarbonisation and economic growth. This renewed industrial optimism marks a dramatic turnaround from Q1 2025, when sales were strong, but optimism was low. That said, despite the positive growth outlook, the shortage of skilled labour has a knock on eff ect for the whole electrical industry, and any pressure inevitably impacts smaller businesses most. Its tough out there for independent wholesalers, and it takes hard graft, fl exibility and dedication to stick it out and support your customers in a marketplace that isn’t always kind to SMEs.


That’s why it is particularly welcome when we receive positive news from independent electrical wholesalers. In our news pages this month, you can read about Electrical4Less, an independent electrical supplier based in Fulham, London, who


NEWS 5


30 10 INDUSTRY NEWS Market and industry update


4, 8,12,15 PRODUCT NEWS 22,30


The latest new releases


INSTALLATION NEWS Completed projects by leading suppliers


REGULARS 24


31 32 18 NEWS EXTRA


Recolight and more PRODUCT FINDER


Your guide to the latest releases BUYERS GUIDE


The who’s who of the electrical industry


FEATURES 10


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Electrical Wholesaler is proud to support the Electrical Industries Charity


DECEMBER 2025 VOLUME 65 NUMBER 12 20 26 INTERVIEW 50 years of Fegime


GREEN ENERGY Innovating the grid


WIRING ACCESSORIES Heat-proof conduit


HOME SECURITY Smart, connected systems 20


has been shortlisted as a fi nalist for ‘Website of the Year’ at the LCCI SME London Business Awards 2026. You can also read about how three Wiltshire- based entrepreneurs have each taken a third share of Swindon electrical wholesale store A&E Electrical Wholesalers and rebranded it as ‘New Edition Electrical Supplies’ - a new direction with a focus on customer service, smart stock choices and fl exibility. We love sharing your success stories - please do send in any and all news and updates to me at bandrews@datateam.co.uk!


On behalf of the EW team, I’d like to wish all our readers the very best for a happy and profi table 2026 - see you on the other side! Enjoy the issue!


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