In message , Jeff
writes
60/40 solder is no longer officially sold in the UK but may still be
available at rallys.


That is not correct solder with a lead content is still permissible for the
repair of existing equipment.


A month ago, they were selling small quantities of 60/40 solder at
(effectively) very high prices at the Heighley Gate garden centre, near
Morpeth (Northumberland).
http://www.heighleygate.com
http://www.pb-free.info/rohsexemptions.htm
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Ian