Extension leads are undeniably handy, especially they allow users to power up devices far from a wall socket. However, despite their convenience, millions of UK households are still unaware of the ...

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Electrical experts are issuing a warning for anyone using extension leads as they may not realise which common appliances should never be plugged into it. Charanjit Mannu, director at Elec Training, ...

10:27, Mon, Oct 6, 2025 Updated: 10:28, Mon, Oct 6, 2025 An electrical expert has warned that three common household appliances should never be plugged into extension leads due to the severe risk of ...