Shale gas and North Sea wind spell opportunities for contractors
Despite the fact that it’s freezing and extremely windy, the North Sea should be looking particularly appealing to umbrella company contractors with skills in offshore wind technology.
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Opportunities abound for contractors in Scottish energy sector
Vince Cable, the business secretary, had some good news for umbrella company contractors recently when he revealed the government’s plans for the renewable energy sector.
Fuel bills will increase to pay for National Grid update
Chris Huhne, the energy secretary, has warned that the government must act now and update the National Grid, or face the prospect of blackouts within eight years.
Umbrella company contractors working in renewables get good news
Good news for umbrella company contractors working in the renewable sector comes from Vestas, the wind turbine manufacturer, which intends to build giant turbines in Kent.
Renewable energy set to create nearly 6,000 jobs in south west
Contractors in the south west of England could benefit from a new renewable energy project that is set to create up to 6,000 new jobs.