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Are both my outside light cables in here?

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OK, I have 2 lights outside, one is operating by this light switch, and the other does not have a switch and is a motion sensor light. The motion sensor is currently out of action as it was flashing like crazy til the bulb died, so I removed the bulb.

I was wondering, is the motion light wired in here (I know you can only guess, but there are not other lights this would feed if there is more than one here ...) and if it is, could I get my electrician to add a double switch, so I can isolate the motion light (handy for windy days).

Also, are all those earth wires a problem? And, the backbox - i could only get the left screw to go in, the right, just said no. Tried longer screw, didn't work either. Is that a problem?

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I haven't any test equipment. I will probably wait for my electrician, he'll be back to do the bathroom one day (when I've done my bits!)
 
If the back box is knackered, have your electrician look at it. There are easy ways to fix without changing the box.
He can sleeve those bare earth wires too:mad:
 
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