Daily EV news · UK · 30 December 2025
EV Charging
UK EV charging sector sees supportive policy environment in 2025 with £63 million infrastructure allocation
The UK EV charging infrastructure sector experienced a broadly positive 2025, underpinned by supportive government policy including the allocation of £63 million for EV charging infrastructure. Zapmap CEO Melanie Shufflebotham highlighted that despite additional flexibilities for car manufacturers, the ZEV mandate positions the UK with some of the most forward looking EV policies globally. In April 2025, the government announced new mandate parameters allowing the sale of hybrid electric vehicles and ICE vans until 2035.
Why it matters
The £63 million allocation and stable policy framework signal continued public sector commitment to charging infrastructure, creating investment confidence for CPOs and contractors bidding on UK projects. The contrast with other regions weakening EV mandates positions the UK as a more predictable market for long term infrastructure planning and procurement.
UK EV charger rollout stalls with experts warning of North-South divide
The deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the United Kingdom has slowed, according to This is Money, with industry experts highlighting a growing disparity in provision between the North and South of the country. The report flags concerns about uneven geographic distribution of charging points, though specific installation figures were not provided in the excerpt.
Why it matters
A stalling rollout and regional imbalance in charging infrastructure creates procurement risk for charge point operators targeting national coverage and may prompt policy intervention or targeted funding for underserved areas. Operators and contractors focused on northern regions may face different commercial conditions or require public subsidy to achieve viable project economics.