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Registrants named as finalists for the IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year Awards 2025

The Engineering Council would like to congratulate registrants Jennifer Barry CEng MRAeS, Amy Dillon CEng MICE APS and Rachel Hayden CEng MICE, who have been recognised among this year’s five finalists of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Young Woman Engineer of the Year (YWE) Awards.

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EdSkills Bulletin - Autumn 2025

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

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Parents support STEM careers but unsure how to help, finds EngineeringUK

EngineeringUK’s new report ‘What parents know about engineering and technology’ has found that eight in ten parents find the idea of their child following a science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) career appealing. However, some lack confidence giving STEM careers advice and are unsure of the entry routes after leaving school.

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How employers can help support T level talent and the next generation of engineers and technicians

As we mark national T levels Week from 13 to 17 October 2025, the Engineering Council celebrates the growing recognition and impact of T levels on the engineering and technology workforce.

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Engineering Council publishes updated Guide to Professional Registration for 2025-2026

The latest edition of the Guide to Professional Registration has just been published, offering the latest guidance on how to achieve professional registration as an engineer or technician.

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Engage October 2025

Welcome to Engage, the Engineering Council’s bi-monthly eNewsletter

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AI professionals should be professionally registered reveals new BCS report

BCS, the Chartered Institute for Technology’s new report ‘Trustworthy Technology: Meeting Society’s Expectations for AI’, has found that the public expects technology professionals to be professionally registered on a public register and to meet standards of competence and ethics as is expected of doctors, lawyers and accountants.

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28 registrants among new Fellows elected by the Royal Academy of Engineering

The Engineering Council would like to congratulate the 28 distinguished registrants who have been elected as Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng).

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Frida Akin-Taylor EngTech TMIET

Professional registration enhances credibility, showcasing your commitment to high standards and continuous development. For me, transitioning from a Manufacturing Engineer at Rolls-Royce to a Technology Consultant at Capgemini Invent, has provided invaluable recognition, networking opportunities, and a solid foundation to help clients navigate digital transformations with confidence and expertise.

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Keith Brian McGrath CEng MInstMC

Job progression was the main contributor to becoming professionally registered. The more senior the role, the more it becomes a prerequisite. Although nothing can replace experience it does demonstrate competence within your field and has enabled me to apply for jobs I couldn’t have otherwise.