Is it bad to plug a extension lead into extension lead?

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It is bad practice to do this and should never be done as this presents a serious risk that the wall socket could be overloaded

Answered by Sarah, Electrical Safety Expert

It is bad practice to do this and should never be done as this presents a serious risk that the wall socket could be overloaded. Move the electrical item closer to the wall socket or first extension lead. 

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