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Best Practice Guide 10

This guide is aimed at private landlord, letting agents, and others responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the electrical installation in dwelling houses used for the purpose of private rented residential accommodation, and for electricians carrying out periodic electrical inspection and testing in such properties.

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The full accounts for Electrical Safety First for the period of 2022-23.

Electrical Safety First Manifesto

Electrical Safety First has four key asks of the next UK government. These proposals prioritise home electrical safety, promote cleaner and safer transportation, and strengthen consumer protection in online shopping, all with a particular emphasis on safeguarding the most vulnerable in our society. These measures are cost-effective and practical, with minimal impact on the public treasury.

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