NAO report on EV public chargepoints rollout – LGA response

Responding to a National Audit Office report on public chargepoints for electric vehicles, which found the number of installations is currently on track to meet the 300,000 minimum government target across the UK by 2030, Cllr Adam Hug, transport spokesperson for the Local Government Association said:

“It is great to see progress on EV chargepoint rollout is on track with councils making a significant contribution to this, despite facing severe funding pressures.

“Certainty and scale of future funding for councils will ensure we help maintain this progress towards the 2030 target.

“Local circumstances, including demand and geography will shape where EV chargepoints and supporting infrastructure are located. Where there is competing demand for road space, resources and other priorities, councils will continue working to find the best solutions for everyone.”