Fused unit no longer required

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I've just removed an old fused electrical heater fitted in the middle of the ring circuit and am now left with the hole and wiring (see pic). Ideally I want to just cover this up with a bit off plasterboard so it looks like nothing was ever there. Is it OK to do this or is this deemed unsafe? I could always turn it into a socket but there is one quite near it already so it might look a bit odd.

Would be really grateful for any replies.

Thanks

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No block connectors shouldn't be used like that, they don't provide a maintenance free connection.
Your idea of making it a socket is a better way.
 
You can't cover it up as is you need to use maintenance free connectors, even so turn it into a socket outlet, makes sense no big deal.
 
Yeah I guess I was hoping not to have to do this if possible because its right in the middle of the room and so will not look great. As I say, if it's not safe just to cover it with plasterboard, I guess I'll have to make it a socket...
 
Go to an Electrical wholesaler and buy an Ashley 803 or similar maintenance free junction box, that will fit through the hole. Then as Lanky said, fit a blanking plate over the hole.
 
If you fit a blank plate the earths will need connecting to the metal back box.
 
If he uses the blank plate method there's no need for maintenance free connectors. That said I'd opt for wago or thru crimps.
 
If there is a nearby socket that provides a safe zone for that cable position then you can crimp and heat shrink the cable together and then plaster over it.
If it is not in a safe zone then you cannot do this.
To do a nice job would be to replace the cable between the two sockets either side of it but this would be significant amount more work.
 
You can tell it is a Sunday:D
 
OK OK. Thanks very much for all the replies. Socket it is I think. PS I have a Labrador do a my plastering
 
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