NICEIC leads industry response to BS 7671 Amendment 4 with wide-ranging support package

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and BSI have confirmed that Amendment 4:2026 to BS 7671:2018 (the 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations) will be published on 15 April 2026. The amendment can be implemented immediately from this date and the previous version, BS 7671:2018 + A2:2022 + A3:2024, will be withdrawn six months later. NICEIC is launching a comprehensive support programme, including webinars, in-person events and technical resources for its certified businesses.

Amendment 4 introduces several significant updates, notably on new technologies and the further integration of renewable energy sources into existing electrical infrastructure. Full details of the changes can be found on NICEIC’s dedicated Amendment 4 webpage: niceic.com/amendment-four.

Paul Collins, NICEIC Technical Director, said: “Amendment 4 brings the UK’s electrical regulations up to date with advancing technology and arrives at a time of significant change for the electrotechnical sector. These updates will enhance safety and professionalism across the sector, and NICEIC will ensure its certified businesses have the clarity, tools, and support they need to remain at the forefront of the industry.”

As the UK’s leading certification body, NICEIC is launching a programme of guidance, training, and technical resources to support both its certified businesses and the wider industry as they transition to the new requirements.

Exclusive resources for NICEIC-certified businesses

NICEIC-certified businesses will have access to a range of free and exclusive support initiatives including:

• A dedicated series of CPD‑accredited The Wire webinars, timed to coincide with the release of Amendment 4 and beginning on 16 April. All sessions are free to join and are available live or on demand. Pre‑register at niceic.com/amendment-four
• An exclusive digital workbook, authored by NICEIC technical experts, to help NICEIC-certified businesses interpret and apply the changes.
• A 10% discount on Amendment 4 publications pre-ordered from 15 January 2026 (discount code accessible via the NICEIC customer portal).
• Updated and new NICEIC Pocket Guides aligned with the new requirements.
• Technical insights in Connections magazine.
• Two NICEIC TechLive events in 2026, exclusive to NICEIC-certified businesses, offering in-depth CPD sessions with NICEIC experts*. Secure your ticket at: niceic.com/techlive
• Continued advice and guidance from the NICEIC Technical Helpline via telephone and email.

For more information, please visit: niceic.com/amendment-four

Support available to NICEIC-certified businesses and the wider industry

NICEIC will also provide training opportunities and support accessible to the wider sector, including:

• Amendment 4 qualifications and CPD workshops, available in classroom, virtual, and e‑learning formats. Pre‑order now at shop.niceic.com to receive a 15% discount and complimentary digital learner guide.
• Opportunities to engage with NICEIC technical experts at InstallerShow and six ElexShow events, including jointly delivered seminars with the IET.
• Live Technical Q&A sessions accessible via NICEIC’s social media channels.

Mark Coles, Head of Technical Regulations at the IET, commented: “The inclusion of a new section on stationary secondary batteries is an exciting step into future of renewable sources of energy and their integration into our lives… it is now imperative that the industry is ready to work to this amendment before BS 7671:2018+A2:2022+A3:2024 is withdrawn.”

For more information on all NICEIC’s Amendment 4 support, training options, and resources, please visit niceic.com/amendment-four.

*Please note, tickets for TechLive 2026 are chargeable. Full details can be found on the TechLive webpage niceic.com/techlive.