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yep there is definetly only two grey twin+ earth, no idea where 3rd is from... Will check later but should i leave on back box as precaution?

I have lightened up an image of the FCU back box which shows the 3 earth cables, its not clear in the original. So with regards to the loose live conductor in the Socket, would the fuse constantly trip if that conductor is part of the ring mains? Beyond terminating that conductor, is there any...

Thankyou, so to make sure i've got it 100%: 1) Take Earth Conductor that is connected to back box of Socket and connect to the socket plate (along with the earth already connected to it). 2) Wago/terminate the loose conductors in both backboxes with insulated terminals. 3) In the FCU, take the...

So I'm best to connect both earths to the back box? To clarify, this is in Picture 4 we're reffering to - the ring mains socket? Thanks!

Just seen your message Jackrae, i wasnt planning on reconnecting those Live and Neutral wires in 1 & 2 ("TV Socket") but I was planning on taking out the extension flex and not using that switch faceplate until I can get someone out - does this sound fine?

Thanks! Yeah the two earths connected to the back box and socket seperately (pic 4) are on the bottom socket (ring mains), is this worse or just as bodge-y? Also should i make sure that neutral is firmly reconnected in the back of the faceplate? The internal of the "tv" socket is Pics 1&2. Will...

Ive just got a cheap screwfix multimer to hand. AndyPRK is right in that i just want to remove the two-gang for the time being. Im not Very eager to start fiddling with the electrics but the extension is bugging me one week in. I will try order connector blocks tonight for that lose wire, cant...

Hi everyone, new to the forum and just bought my first house (what a time to do so). We knew the house needed a bit of work done and I had hoped to get the plumbing/electrics checked over by the correct trades people, but with everything going on at the moment that will likely have to be put on...