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Oil now cheaper than mains gas for home heating
Monday, October 17, 2016 by OFTECLatest industry figures show that heating oil is now cheaper than mains gas for home heating.
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New OFTEC workwear range launched
Thursday, October 13, 2016 by OFTECIn response to the views of registered technicians, OFTEC has launched a new-look range of workwear through its online shop OFTEC Direct.
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Households urged to avoid rogue heating technicians
Monday, August 22, 2016 by OFTECHouseholds are being warned about the risks of employing an unqualified technician to carry out heating repairs with advice on how to spot a rogue installer.
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OFTEC joins call for new government to stick with key EU 2020 climate change targets
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 by OFTECOFTEC, alongside 29 other organisations*, has signed a letter to the new Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), Greg Clark, calling for a commitment to critical EU 2020 carbon reduction and energy infrastructure targets, irrespective of Brexit.
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Heating businesses should think about the new apprenticeship levy, says OFTEC
Friday, July 22, 2016 by OFTECAs latest figures reveal the number of young people starting apprenticeships in England rose by 14% during 2014/15, the first time the total has increased for three years, OFTEC is urging heating businesses to consider whether they can take advantage of the new Apprenticeship Levy to help them recruit fresh, young talent and contribute towards stemming the industry’s skills shortage.
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