Policy and Legislation

Everything you need to know about the new EV smart charge point regulations, including the new default charge schedule and randomised delay. Summary The government’s new Electric Vehicles (Smart Charge Points) Regulations 2021 came into force on the 30th June 2022. The new measures were designed to help manage increasing electricity demand from the U …

Summary The “Road to Zero” strategy outlines the government’s long-term transition to zero emission road transport. As well as identifying aims and intentions, the document explores the tools at the government’s disposal including: Grants and subsidies Fiscal incentives Regulation and legislation of vehicles and infrastructure Planning reform What is the …

Summary The UK government has announced that new EV charging requirements will come into force in England in 2022, as part of an overhaul of the country’s Building Regulations. From next year: Every new home, including those created from a change of use, with associated parking must have an EV chargepoint. Residential buildings undergoing a major renov …