UK government pledges £100m to lower public EV charging costs
The UK government has pledged £100 million to reduce public EV charging costs, with funding aimed at local, lower-powered chargers. The measure matters because it is intended to make charging cheaper for drivers who rely on lamppost or pavement installations.
The UK government has pledged £100 million to cut public EV charging costs, according to a measure included in the 2026 Autumn Budget.
The funding is intended to lower charging prices for drivers who use “local, lower-powered” chargers, such as those installed on lampposts or pavements.
The money will be distributed over two years, starting in spring 2027.