The UK Government has announced over £40 million in funding to support the installation of more than 16,000 new EV chargers across the Midlands. Thirteen local authorities will share the investment through the Local EV Infrastructure Fund (LEVI fund), helping to expand charging access and support the region’s growing number of electric vehicle drivers.
This funding is on top of the existing £2.3 billion commitment to support both industry and consumers in transitioning to EVs. The new chargers will enhance infrastructure across the Midlands, including improved access in smaller towns and rural communities.
“Making charging as seamless and as easy as possible is a crucial to making the switch to electric a success, and rolling out over 16,000 chargers across the Midlands will make driving an EV cheaper and easier, especially for those without a driveway," said Future of Roads Minister, Lilian Greenwood.
“Electric vehicles will power growth, cut emissions and improve lives in the Midlands and beyond, as we continue to deliver our Plan for Change.”
At the end of February 2025, there were 75,675 electric vehicle charging points across the UK, across 38,350 charging locations and 110,588 connectors.
“We are delighted that our collaboration with local authorities has resulted in a significant funding boost for electric vehicle infrastructure across the region," said Maria Machancoses, CEO of Midlands Connect.
“This is a great step in moving towards a reliable electric vehicle charging infrastructure network across the Midlands, which will become increasingly important as we move closer to the 2035 ban of diesel and petrol vehicles.
“We will continue to work with local authorities to accelerate the roll-out of electric vehicle infrastructure across the Midlands.”
