The CORGI Trust and the Electrical Safety Council (ESC) are apparently in talks about a possible merger.
The two organisations are amongst the most important and respected safety bodies in the gas and electricity sectors and a merger would create a powerful new voice spanning the two industries.
Consumers would benefit from the merger insofar as it would make the registration of reliable professional engineers more easily comprehensible. People working the trades would also benefit from greater clarity and coherence of safety advice and guidance.
Mary Benwell, chair of the CORGI Trust, said on Friday: “I am delighted about today’s announcement and the possibilities ahead. Both of these charities already have a reputation for independence and impartiality.
“They are trusted by a wide range of stakeholders. Combining our skills and strengths gives us the potential to increase our capacity to improve customer safety on all matters relating to gas and electrical installations.”
David Dossett, chairman of the ESC, said that “CORGI and the ESC have each recognised the importance of providing easily accessible support and advice to installers to help them work to an advanced safety level.”