Electric Vehicles (Standardised Recharging) Bill

Key Points

• Establishes standardised requirements for electric vehicle charge points to improve compatibility and user experience.
• Creates a framework for government to set and update these standards and any connected regulations.
• Addresses safety, accessibility and reliability of charging infrastructure as part of the standardisation.
• Applies to both public and private charging points to create a uniform system.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons, with its first reading on 20 November 2018.