UK Curious Fact #1 - No outlets in bathrooms

There are a number of things here in UK that are "different" that we thought we'd share. If any of you know why some of these things are the way they are, please let us know.

As you know from various posts, we have lived in about 4 different places since arriving here in London. On top of that we've probably stayed in at least 5 hotels for various work and personal trips. In every single case, there has never been an outlet in the bathroom. I know, it doesn't sound like a big deal, but it makes getting ready in the morning kind of tricky...especially if you are a woman. Go ahead, try getting ready in the morning without using any outlets and see how it goes.

Usually in hotels, the hairdryer is permanently plugged into an outlet in the closet with about a three foot cord that doesn't reach close to any mirror. In the various flat we've lived in, I often find myself drying my hair in the hallway or other random spots.

I am sure this has something to do with the British obsession with safety, but really, can they not trust themselves to avoid blow drying their hair in the bathtub?