UK Government Unveils £63 Million for EV Charging Network
The UK government has announced a £63 million funding package to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, aiming to make charging more accessible for households, businesses, and the NHS.
The investment, revealed on 13 July, forms part of the government’s Plan for Change strategy, which seeks to cut transport costs, strengthen British industry, and accelerate the transition to zero-emission driving.
How the £63 Million Will Be Spent
£25m for local authorities – to support at-home charging for drivers without driveways, using cross-pavement cable channels to safely connect EVs parked on-street to household power. The government estimates this could save drivers up to £1,500 annually compared with running a petrol or diesel car.
£8m for the NHS – to install charge points across more than 200 NHS sites in England, enabling medical fleets to go electric. Officials say this will cut emissions and save millions in fuel and maintenance costs, allowing more funds to be directed into patient care.
Depot charging grants for businesses – supporting charge point installations at logistics hubs, HGV bases, and coach depots, helping fleet operators prepare for a zero-emissions future.
This funding comes in addition to £400 million already committed to EV infrastructure, alongside the updated Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, both designed to cement the UK’s leadership in clean transport.
Access to charging remains one of the biggest challenges for EV adoption, particularly for those without off-street parking. The government hopes this package will make charging more affordable and equitable, whether for families in flats or drivers working in commercial fleets.
The UK currently has more than 82,000 public charge points, with one being added every 30 minutes. A further 100,000 are expected by 2030, supported by £6 billion of private sector investment.
The announcement also confirmed the rollout of new EV signage on major UK routes. For the first time, large charging hubs for cars and vans will be clearly marked from A-roads and other key locations a move welcomed by charge point operators including InstaVolt, Osprey, and ChargeUK.
