Embarrassingly basic fusebox problem

[NJOK]

All the overhead lights have tripped in my house. In other places I've lived, I'd go to the fusebox and see that one of the switches has flicked off and I'd turn it back on again. My new flat has a different type of fusebox. There's only one main switch (which is on) and four or five coloured fuse things (fuseplugs?). They look like rectangular plugs and can be removed with a tug to reveal two prongs on the other side. I've no idea which one is at fault or what to do if I did?

Can anyone help?

[jon1968]

You'll need a screwdriver and some fusewire. Have a look around the fusebox, most people keep some handy - looks like a bit of cardboard with wire wrapped 'round it. If not then you'll have to get some.c. 50p from Woolies/wilco's or any DIY or electrical shop.
From memory it'll probably be one of the fuses with white dots on it that has blown - you'll be able to see if you take it out and look at it.
Simply replace the wire between the screws, 5A wire for lights, don't use a thicker wire.
Hope this helps.