Britain Plugs into On-Street Charging

£381mn LEVI fund to expand on-street charging access, targeting areas with limited private parking and encouraging electric vehicle uptake.

16 Jun 2025

The UK is plugging into a greener future with a major expansion of its electric vehicle infrastructure. Backed by £381 million from the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund, the country plans to install 100,000 on-street EV chargers by 2025 and beyond.

This push aims to ease the daily hassle for millions of drivers who can’t charge at home, especially in crowded cities where private parking is a luxury.

Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood announced the plan on June 13, promising the rollout would see a fresh charger added roughly every half hour. With around 80,000 public chargers already in use, this leap forward could transform EV accessibility across the country.

Funding will flow through a competitive bidding system, with councils in underserved areas taking priority. Experts predict this could unlock more than £6 billion in private investment by 2030, supercharging the national network.

Of course, the plan comes with strings attached. Charger makers and installers will need to ramp up fast, while electricity grid operators brace for a surge in connection requests. To keep things smooth, the government is working on standardising technology across operators, making sure chargers are compatible and future-ready.

Still, the road ahead isn’t without bumps. Slow-moving local permits, construction delays, and upkeep could all drag on progress. Industry analysts suggest councils should invest in smart tools to predict demand and keep chargers running reliably.

If it all comes together, the UK could set a global example for how public funding and smart planning can drive a cleaner, connected transport future.