Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate

Debate between Terry Jermy and Heidi Alexander

Monday 7th April 2025 Commons Chamber

[Heidi Alexander]

I assure the hon. Lady that an analysis of environmental impacts has been done, and that relates to both carbon emissions and air pollution.

[Terry Jermy (South West Norfolk) (Lab)]

The Secretary of State is correct to say that demand for electric vehicles is strong, but in my rural Norfolk constituency the lack of charging infrastructure over the last 14 years has left many not wanting to make that switch. Will she confirm that rural areas such as Norfolk will be prioritised for such charging infrastructure in the future?

[Heidi Alexander]

We increased the installation of EV charging infrastructure in rural areas by 45% in the last year. I hope that my hon. Friend and his constituents will start to see the fruits of that soon.