Over 70% of ECA members have now registered with a government approved Part P Competent Persons Scheme.

David Pollock, ECA director, said: “The high numbers of members registered is very encouraging. It is indicative of their commitment to professionalism and technical competence.â€

The ECA, together with BRE Certification (BREC), has developed one such scheme, and the Association has also developed courses to help contractors and local authorities understand the new regulation.