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Thanks all for the info! SP it is then for light switches and DP for any replacement sockets I purchase. :)

Thanks very much, that makes sense of it perfectly. So single pole is fine and is probably what is already installed. I suppose on on power sockets in particular DP might be considered safer, I guess this doesn't matter on a "sealed"/"non-interfacing" light circuit. Thanks.

Hello, this is a very simple question, what is the difference between SP and DP switches? I am looking to replace a couple of light switches, by means of simply swapping out the old one and fitting a new one. I know the difference between 1 way and 2 way switches but haven't a clue what the...