Zero emission vehicle mandate: Campaign for Better Transport reacts

Reacting to the publication of the UK's zero emission vehicle mandate, which sets minimum annual targets for the percentage of new car and van sales that must be zero emission, Silviya Barrett of Campaign for Better Transport said:

"The zero emission vehicle mandate is world-leading and very welcome. The targets set out will provide certainty to manufacturers and consumers alike for the transition ahead. Transport is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the UK, and responsible for much of the air pollution which harms our health, so cleaning it up is an urgent priority. But in addition to increasing the uptake of zero emission vehicles, the Government must also boost investment to improve provision for public transport, walking and cycling. This would help secure a greener, healthier future for us all."