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News · 27 August 2026

Plug-in solar panels go on sale from Thursday

Plug-in solar panels go on sale from Thursday

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These new DIY systems let people in flats or rented homes generate their own electricity, potentially saving about £110 a year. Argos will be the first UK retailer to sell the panels this week, with prices starting from around £400 to £500. Other major retailers like Amazon, Currys, B&Q, and Screwfix are expected to stock them in the coming weeks.

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