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Sparks' Remarks

Sparks' Remarks

Written by: SECTT
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This four part series follows apprentice electricians in Scotland as they learn their trade.

From time keeping to tech and self-confidence to science, these young men and women are supported by the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) to learn a valuable trade and equip themselves for the world of work.

Presented by journalist Kim McAllister and Training and Development Manager at SECTT, Barrie McKay.

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Episodes
  • 'Unprecedented opportunities' ahead for electricians

    'Unprecedented opportunities' ahead for electricians
    May 26 2025

    Professor Sean Smith, Edinburgh University’s Director of the Centre for
    Future Infrastructure at the Edinburgh Futures Institute and Chair of Future
    Construction in the School of Engineering, forecasts huge growth in the electrical sector.

    Listen as he discusses the opportunity to double the work force en route to achieveing Net Zero targets.
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    21 mins
  • Can you smell fish? Bypassed boards, cable calamities and other electrical horror stories

    Can you smell fish? Bypassed boards, cable calamities and other electrical horror stories
    Mar 17 2025

    Electricity is the one thing a DIY enthusiast should leave well alone.

    Three electricians share their horror stories - and a few lighter moments - on the latest podcast episode from SELECT
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    20 mins
  • Regulation: If it’s good enough for street sweepers, why not electricians?

    Regulation: If it’s good enough for street sweepers, why not electricians?
    Jul 23 2024

    For decades now, SELECT has been campaigning for the protection of the title for "electrician".

    At present, anyone can call themselves an electrician, while other professions like street sweepers and farriers insist on a register and strict regulation of who can use the title.

    The campaign has gathered a massive groundswell of support, with leading organisations and politicians now backing our crusade for a safer Scotland.

    Listen as managing director Alan Wilson discusses the need for better protection and a cross-section of experienced MSPs explain why they agree.
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    34 mins
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