Shedding new light on halogen bulb phase-out

Time’s nearly up for halogen lighting in the UK – with all but a few types of the gas-based bulb scheduled for phase-out on 1 September this year. The phase-out was due to be complete in 2016, but after halogen non-directional (pear-shape) bulbs were given a short reprieve, their time on the shelves is now limited. A few will remain, namely those used for spotlights and floodlights, but in general, now is the time to start considering other options. Consumer advice website ToptenUK.org reckons your main consideration should be LEDs.