Daily EV news · UK · 18 January 2026
Policy & Market
UK considers 2p per mile road pricing as government reviews on street charging access for households without driveways
The Daily Express reports that UK policymakers are examining a 2p per mile road pricing scheme alongside potential law changes to improve charging access for households without off street parking. The proposals come as government reviews ways to support EV adoption among the estimated 40 per cent of UK households lacking driveways. No implementation timeline or legislative details have been confirmed.
Why it matters
Any regulatory changes to mandate or incentivise on street charging infrastructure would create new procurement opportunities for charge point operators and local authorities. Road pricing mechanisms could also influence business case modelling for public charging networks if they affect EV running costs and usage patterns.
UK flat dwellers can claim 75% or £350 off home EV charger under little-known grant
The EV Chargepoint Grant offers residents who own or rent flats up to 75% or £350 off the cost of installing a home electric car charger, according to Octopus Electric Vehicles. Eligibility requires owning an EV, having private off-street parking, and either owning and living in a flat or renting any residential property. Data shows thousands of motorists have already used the scheme over the past year.
Why it matters
The grant addresses a key barrier to EV adoption in multi-dwelling units by subsidising residential charger installations, potentially expanding the addressable market for CPOs and installers targeting flat-based customers. Understanding eligibility criteria helps procurement teams and housing associations structure compliant charging programmes for tenants and leaseholders.