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Engineering is changing. Standards must keep pace.

Read the latest news, insight and case studies from the Engineering Council as we work with partners across the profession to raise standards, respond to change and support responsible engineering.

From professional registration and Standards updates to policy developments and registrant stories, this is where we share how the promise of responsible engineering is being made real.

National Engineering Day 2026 - Different pathways, shared standards
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National Engineering Day 2026 - Different pathways, shared standards

As National Engineering Day is celebrated across the UK on 4 November, the Engineering Council is highlighting the important role professional registration plays in recognising competence, commitment and professionalism across the engineering profession. The day celebrates the creativity, innovation and impact of engineering, while inspiring the next generation to explore engineering careers and pursue their professional ambitions.

Dan Hu CEng FHEA MIET
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Dan Hu CEng FHEA MIET

I chose to become professionally registered because it represents a significant milestone in my professional development. It recognises my experience as an engineer, educator, and researcher, while demonstrating my commitment to maintaining high professional standards, continuous learning, and contributing positively to the engineering profession.

EdSkills Bulletin - Autumn 2026
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EdSkills Bulletin - Autumn 2026

Our Autumn EdSkills Bulletin newsletter brings together the latest EdSkills content to help you understand recent developments in the profession

Updated guide helps people plan their professional engineering careers
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Updated guide helps people plan their professional engineering careers

The Engineering Council has published its Guide to Professional Registration for 2026–2027, providing the latest guidance on how engineers and technicians can achieve professional registration and demonstrate their commitment to high standards. The guide also brings together information on all Licensed Professional Engineering Institutions (LPEIs) and Professional Affiliates (PAs), helping readers find the organisation that best supports their professional journey.

Thathsara Nanayakkara CEng AEng MIET AMIE(SL) MIEEE
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Thathsara Nanayakkara CEng AEng MIET AMIE(SL) MIEEE

Becoming a Chartered Engineer has strengthened my confidence as a researcher and a professional, while demonstrating my commitment to ethical engineering practice, continuous professional development, and delivering engineering solutions that positively impact both industry and society.

Agreement with Italy strengthens professional recognition
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Agreement with Italy strengthens professional recognition

In June this year, Engineering Council’s CEO, Paul Bailey, and Chair, John Chudley, attended a two day international summit, in Salerno, Italy. The second ENAEE – European Accreditation Agencies’ Summit focused on advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within engineering education and accreditation processes.

Engineering Council awards licence to dedicated cyber security body CIISec
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Engineering Council awards licence to dedicated cyber security body CIISec

New pathway highlights the growing importance of professional competence, ethics and engineering judgment in cyber security. The Engineering Council and the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) have announced that CIISec has become the first body dedicated to cyber security to be licensed by the Engineering Council to assess candidates for professional registration.

Luke Hadley CEng MIET MCIBSE
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Luke Hadley CEng MIET MCIBSE

I recently decided to go a step further and become a Chartered Engineer for Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB), as I wanted to lead by example and show that our industry is prepared to change in response to the Building Safety Act.