The UK government has introduced a new amendment to driveway regulations this summer, which has been implemented by the Labour Party administration. This change has removed the need for planning permission for electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

The process of setting up EV charging stations at homes, businesses, and public locations has been simplified this summer, following a decision by the Government to scrap the requirement for planning applications.

The changes, announced by Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood, are now in effect and aim to accelerate the roll-out of EV infrastructure by removing bureaucratic hurdles. Homeowners with driveways, as well as businesses and local authorities, can now benefit from quicker, more cost-effective installation of charging points.

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