In the UK, it's now just about illegal to add an extra socket to an
existing domestic installation. Despite this being well within the
capability of a decent DIYer, since the UK ring main power circuits don't
restrict the total number of outlets. And there being little evidence of
such DIY work being dangerous. What has been shown to be dangerous is the
use of overloaded extension leads etc - fire risk, and also the chance of
tripping over them. And perfectly competent jobbing electricians who would
do such work for a reasonable price are being pushed out of the market by
the high cost of registration etc.



Yeah that would **** me off too, though on the other hand you should see
some of the wiring the previous owner did in my house, it's amazing the
place never burned down! If only they'd focus more on educating people
rather than making more laws.