Suffolk targets 6,000 on-street chargers under Plug in Suffolk programme
By Eve
Suffolk County Council's Plug in Suffolk programme aims to install around 6,000 on-street chargers over the next few years, a scale described by former Institute of the Motor Industry chief executive Steve Nash as leading the nation. The rollout coincides with a new government scheme launched this month offering up to £500 in savings for renters and homeowners without driveways installing EV charge points.
Why it matters: The 6,000 unit target represents one of the UK's largest local authority on-street charging commitments, signalling substantial procurement opportunities for charge point operators and installers. The parallel government grant scheme may accelerate residential demand and inform tender specifications for public infrastructure.