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CEF’s Jon Gibbons to cycle Britain for Macmillan Cancer Support
on Gibbons, who has worked for electrical products and services supplier CEF for 27 years, will embark on a mammoth cycle challenge this September to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. The event, Ride Across Britain, will see
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hundreds of cyclists cover 969 miles between the most south westerly point of Cornwall and the most north easterly tip of Scotland. Aiming to raise an impressive minimum of
£2,100 for the charity, Jon’s ride will begin at Land’s End on September 8th, and will follow a gruelling, nine day trek north. The longest day will see 126 miles between Hamilton and Fort William in Scotland, while the shortest is between Bath and Ludlow, a leisurely 99 mile journey. CEF is Macmillan Cancer Support’s
corporate charity partner, and the company is supporting the organisation in its aim to reach and improve the lives of people living with cancer. In addition to the efforts made by Jon and other CEF team members for the charity, CEF will back Macmillan’s ‘Just Say the Word’ campaign by helping raise awareness of the impact of cancer on men in the construction, electrical and home improvement sectors, and encourage those who need it to access support. Jon said: “The work Macmillan does is
invaluable and is a cause close to my heart. This will be a big challenge for me, but it’s
Cycling for Macmillan Cancer support: CEF’s Jon Gibbons.
nothing compared to the challenge faced by those living with cancer.” Mark Rasbuary, General Manager, Projects and National Accounts at CEF, said: “Working with Macmillan is hugely important to us – the charity is giving people living with cancer the support and help they need. We all wish Jon the best of luck in his challenge.”
To donate to the cause, visit:
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ cefcaresdeloitterideacrossbritain
ESP provides boost to NICEIC fire training provision
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raining facilities at the NICEIC’s head office in Dunstable have
received a welcome boost with two new training boards produced and supplied by fire protection and security products supplier, ESP. Giving electricians the opportunity to
work with some of the latest fire protection products, the ESP training boards are in use at the Bedfordshire head office and Chesterfield training centre. Darren Staniforth, Technical Development
Manager, NICEIC & ELECSA, said: “We are indebted to ESP for the help they have given us in supplying these training boards. “In the last 18 months, we have really
invested in our fire training provision to meet the growing demand and provide a
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much more comprehensive course. Having previously offered one full day course to try and cover all aspects, we are now offering a modular approach, which means candidates get a much more in-depth learning opportunity. “They can choose from a range of modules that cover legislation and standards; the design process; installation, as well as commissioning. Being able to offer a more hands on approach with the support of the ESP fire training boards makes all the difference to the overall learning experience.” Neil Baldwin, ESP Sales Director, said: “We
are delighted to be able to assist in some way with the NICEIC’s training provision. We value highly the role that the organisation offers to the industry.”
New Programme Manager for the Big Build project
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he Electrical Industries Charity has welcomed Claire Shelton as Programme
Manager for the Big Build project, which aims to transform the future of the Dickinson family. Claire has extensive experience of working in
frontline support services and helping people with a wide range of issues. She also won the ‘Wow!’ You’ve made a difference Award in 2017 for her outstanding work in her previous role as an Outreach Officer. In her new role, Claire will be continuing to bring success with the Big Build project while maintaining the wellbeing and welfare of the Dickinson family throughout the journey. Claire said: “I am looking forward to starting work on this incredible project, and with many years of experience, I believe that I will be able to make a real
Claire Shelton, Programme Manager for the Big Build project.
difference in the Dickinson family’s life. I will also provide all of the in-house support and will look after their well-being and welfare throughout their journey because nothing is impossible if you think outside of the box.” The Charity has had huge support from the
industry for the Big Build project with numerous companies offering their products and services that will help with all of the necessary house adaptations which are needed to help with Caz Dickinson’s development and care. Donors so far include Collingwood Lighting,
Zumtobel Group, Saturn LED, Selco, Wolseley, Heat Mat, Heatrae Sadia, Baxi, Rexel. Also, Schneider Electric, Hager, DJR Smith, Kidde Safety, Aico, Grafton Group Plc/Electricbase, Glen Dimplex Kitchen Appliances, City Electrical Factors (CEF), Eland Cables, Synecore, SCV Electrical Limited and Edmundson Electrical.
You can donate via the Charity’s website:
https://www.electricalcharity.org/index.php/ fundraising/challenge-for-a-cause/2017-2018
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