Top 10 areas most affected by Andy Burnham’s £40 handout for drivers
The 10 areas most affected by Andy Burnham’s new £40 EV rule have been revealed in new data seen exclusively by the Express. Mr Burnham cut VAT rates on domestic electricity from October 1, with fees reduced from 5% to 0%. This had a knock-on effect for electric car owners who charge their vehicle on their driveway or at an off-street parking space, slashing costs for motorists.
TL;DR
- Domestic electricity VAT cut from 5% to 0% reduces EV charging costs.
- EV owners charging at home can save up to £40 annually.
- The areas with the highest off-street parking access are set to benefit most.
- Makerfield tops the list with 86.9% of homes having off-street parking access.
- Public EV charging VAT remains at 20%, with calls for a reduction unheeded.
- Industry experts highlight barriers to EV adoption beyond charging costs.