My MP has replied to my enquiry reference the Rapid Charging Fund specifically
There are also some other things talked about in the letter which I didn't know was still happening. I thought the plug-in car grant had been cancelled in the last budget?
However, really interesting reply and I will of course be keeping a close eye on all of these commitments.
That is really good news and I'm sure we will all be able collectively cheer on December 31st.As you correctly mention in your email to me, Ministers aim to have six rapid chargepoints at
every motorway service area in England by the end of 2023. To support this goal, I am told
that the Government will invest £950 million in the Rapid Charging Fund which will futureproof
electrical capacity at motorway and major A road service areas, dashing any anxiety
around long journeys and making charging as easy as refuelling a petrol or diesel car.
There are also some other things talked about in the letter which I didn't know was still happening. I thought the plug-in car grant had been cancelled in the last budget?
The Government has an important role to play in supporting the transition. That is why the
plug-in car grant, which has so far supported the purchase of nearly half a
million vehicles. Now, ministers are focusing the grant on the cleanest and most
affordable zero emission models, providing grants of up to £1,500 for electric cars priced
under £32,000.
However, really interesting reply and I will of course be keeping a close eye on all of these commitments.