Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePlug-in solar panels are going on sale in UK shops and online from Thursday as new regulations come into force. Argos has confirmed it will begin selling the kits from Thursday, while retailers including Currys, B&Q and Amazon are expected to follow. Each kit can generate up to 800W of power and save households up to £110 annually on energy bills, according to Desnz. Before purchasing or installing plug-in solar devices, officials have urged people to check whether any permissions are required for their property, as many will require consent. Energy minister Martin McCluskey said consumer advice on installations will be published through the Energy Saving Trust.In fullPlug-in solar panels on sale in UK for the first time. Here’s what you need to check before buying themMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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Plug-in solar panels can be fitted to balconies, walls and gardens, but safe installation depends on the right location, permissions and connection method.

Plug-in solar panels can legally go on sale in the UK from today