David Mahon wrote:
In article , John
Ricketts writes

Nanny-ism is just going too far. As of January, I can't even change
my own 3-pin plugs at home now!

Can't you? Still see them on sale (together with all the kit you need
to rewire your house if desired).

Not sure what country they live in but the UK has just had Part P kick into
action and the amount of bull**** that's being spread about it is
unbeleivable. Certain electrical jobs around the home are now subject to
restrictions but even the relevant authorities don't seem to know what's
supposed to happen and how they're supposed to police them.
Rewiring a plug is still allowed, replacing a socket is still allowed but
other stuff like adding an extra socket must be done by a certified person
(for that read "has paid their fees to a certifying body") or under a
Building Control Notice (and with the requires fees being paid).

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James...
www.jameshart.co.uk