3 Gang 1 Way Switch - Please Help

[sparkwright]

The other thing is whether the socket in question is somewhere hidden out of sight, or on full view.

If the socket is full view a bit more work required.

Lot to consider, so photos of everything will be helpful to ensure all is done correctly.

 

[flameport]

Far better to replace the existing black/red cable that goes to the light with a 3 core & earth, the 3rd core can be used as the neutral.

 

[sparkwright]

I agree, don't know how easy this is for the op though.

 

[Taylortwocities]

Far better to replace the existing black/red cable that goes to the light with a 3 core & earth, the 3rd core can be used as the neutral.

As previously suggested

You’ll need the replace the existing 2-core and earth cable that runs to the light fitting with a 3-core and earth cable. The third core will take a neutral from the light fitting to the switch and you are then sorted.

 

[wojna]

Before we do anything, is the socket permanently live.

Or is controlled from, for example a switch above the worktop?

Some kitchen sockets are intended for appliances, and only work when the control switch above the worktop is turned on.

Sorry missed that one. The socket I'll use is permanently live.

 

[sparkwright]

How easy is it to get a new cable from the ceiling light down to the light switch?