CEF partners with WellChild to support families across the UK. Date: 4 June, 2026 City Electrical Factors (CEF) has announced a new charity partnership with WellChild to support children with complex medical needs and their families through fundraising, volunteering and practical community projects. The partnership will see CEF support WellChild's programmes, including Helping Hands, which transforms outdoor spaces into safe and accessible environments for children and their families. CEF volunteers have already completed three Helping Hands projects, with further transformations planned across the UK this year. Alongside volunteering, CEF team members will raise funds to support WellChild's wider services, including the Better at Home programme, which helps children leave hospital sooner and receive care safely at home by providing specialist training and support for parents and carers. One recent Helping Hands project enabled two brothers who use wheelchairs to safely access their garden for the first time, following a transformation completed by CEF volunteers. Connor Dalton, Director of Sustainability, Health & Safety at CEF, said: "Professional Electrician is proud to support WellChild and the incredible work they do for seriously ill children and their families across the UK. "Giving back to our communities is part of who we are, and partnering with WellChild allows us to contribute with real and lasting impact." Matt James, CEO at WellChild, said: "Professional Electrician is excited to begin this partnership with CEF. "Our shared values, commitment and passion will have a positive impact on the lives of children and families across the UK, helping to create a lasting legacy of care for years to come." The partnership was selected following feedback from CEF team members and forms part of the company's ongoing commitment to supporting local communities as it celebrates 75 years in business. Find more of the latest industry news here

CEF TechTalks to tour 25 locations to explain Amendment 4. Electrical distributor CEF has announced that registrations are now open for its latest TechTalks series, running from May to July 2026. Delivered in partnership with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the free events will visit 25 locations across the UK, giving electricians and contractors practical insight into the upcoming Amendment 4:2026 to BS 7671:2018 IET Wiring Regulations. The IET will publish Amendment 4 to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations on 15 April 2026. The update will introduce changes that affect how electrical installations are designed, installed, and inspected, making it important for installers to understand how the new requirements will apply in practice. CEF's TechTalks aim to help electricians stay ahead of the changes, providing a clear overview of the amendment and what it means for day-to-day installation work. Event details. Returning to host the sessions are Darren Staniforth, CEF's Head of Electrotechnical Solutions, alongside technical expert Dave Austin. Together, they will aim to guide attendees through the key updates in the new amendment, explain the practical implications for installers, and answer questions alongside a representative from the IET. Each event will also feature an exhibition space where prominent brands will showcase products and technologies designed to help electricians meet the latest requirements and stay compliant with the Wiring Regulations. Darren Staniforth, Head of Electrotechnical Solutions at CEF, comments, "With a new amendment to the Wiring Regulations being introduced, it's important that electricians understand what's changing and how it affects their work. "TechTalks are designed to break down the updates in a practical way, helping installers stay informed and confident when applying the new regulations on site." Each TechTalk is CPD accredited and free to attend, with complimentary breakfast, refreshments, and free parking available at every venue - plus, the opportunity to purchase the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations at a discounted rate on the day. Selected locations will also feature TechTalks PLUS, offering an expanded exhibition area with additional supplier partners. See the full 2026 TechTalks schedule and find out how to register by clicking here.