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Thank you!

Would you mind explaining why not?

Thanks a lot for your reply. I will be returning this - zero desire to keep using it. I'm asking questions because I'm shocked to find such a popular item (& apparently made by a UK company) could be so dangerous. I suspect 1000s (10,000s?) people own this lamp in this country. Just shocking...

Here's a photo of the whole lamp:

Thanks both for your replies. No wattage rating anywhere on the lamp - it's advertised as 7W on the original listing No double insulated symbol on lamp either Yes, did undo the bottom 2 screws. There was/is a cord grip which is missing from the photo. Will update with a photo of lamp &...

Hi purchased this lamp from Amazon recently. I know, I know - won't be buying any electrical items from Amazon again in the future, trust me..! By happenstance, I took the plug apart and realised it hasn't got an earth wire. The label on the plug definitely shows one but it's not there when...

I'm no electrician & know nothing about electricity / electrical work, but keen to learn. On this forum to ask questions & to read threads to learn what I can. Thanks!