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    Upstairs ring main tripping RCD

    In which case I'd ask brother-in-law :D
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    There is no earth in the lighting Circuits

    Houses built in or before the 60s didn't have an earth on the lighting circuit. In which case you have to use Class II fittings, and the if the back boxes for the switches are metal you are supposed to use nylon screws.
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    Upstairs ring main tripping RCD

    First thing to do is to unplug everything that's on that circuit. Don't just switch off. Then try switching the circuit back on and see if it trips. If it trips you have a problem with the wiring somewhere. If it doesn't trip start to plug appliances in one by one and see if any cause it to...
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    Diagram of a Wall Socket

    What sort of socket are you refering to? A typical 13A socket doesn't have charger pins, and if broken need replacing.
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    smoke detectors

    They can go on a lighting circuit or on their own dedicated circuit. Why do you ask?
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    DIY kitchen connections

    As long as you are only connecting appliances to existing sockets or FCUs, you don't need approval from anywhere else.
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    Kitchen refit (inc appliances) but no new circuits - part p?

    As long as the ratings were correct before, then you you don't need LABC approval.
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    Downlighters in bathroom

    Yes, you have to inform the LABC at least 48 hours before you commence the work.
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    Triton T100si

    Would this site be better for you. It is a forum for Triton showers?
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    Old Rewireable Wylex R5 (M12?) to Wylex MCB

    Yes, they should be alright
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    Replacing double sockets

    There is in some countries but not here I'm afraid.
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    Replacing double sockets

    It can be soldered, but you'd need to use shrink fit sleeving of the appropriate colour to protect it.
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    2377 Pat Testing Qual

    Was it 1st April when they told you that :lol:
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    Downlights in the bathroom

    Have a look at these Scroll down to the IP 44 - suitable for bathroom
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    Want my own business

    You'll need to be Part P registered. Get some cards made up and start shoving them through some doors. If you can get your local paper to write an article on you, that'll be free advertising for you. Let your friends and relatives know you're going self-employed and to spread the word for...
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    17th edition OSG

    That seems a good idea :)
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    Issuing test certificate query

    Good point.
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    Downlights in the bathroom

    Check this site for information on zones in bathrooms.
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    Garage consumer unit

    Depends on your supply, but generally no. Have a look here
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    Issuing test certificate query

    AFAIK you need to be competent. It is suggested you need C&G 2391, but even if you have that with no experience you wouldn't be considered competent.
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