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I've just found gyproc "fireline". Is that the stuff I need ?

My LABC bloke has said that the inside of the new stairwell, and where the new room interfaces with the attic space should be covered with fireproof wallboard. The alternative is 2 layers of 12.5mm plasterboard. I'd rather put up one layer and so I'll opt for the fire proof board. Any ideas...

Being electricians, how do you guys cope with chasing out for new cables in old buildings with lime (usually with horse hair in it) plaster. Even hitting a nail in can cause sizeable chunks to fall out in my house. Any tips for limiting damage ?

It seemed easier to understand since I had the new circuit coming up into ceiling void cut too short to reach the first rose. Misunderestimated how much cable was taken up clipping it to the joists. I thought that rather than replacing the cable run, if I used junction boxes everywhere, it...

Is it still OK to use junction boxes rather than loop in circuit for Part P ? The junction boxes will all be accessible and inspectible.

How far apart should I put fixing screws to attach 12.5mm plasterboard to the underside of the rafters in my loft conversion. Thanks.