Context
The MP referenced the increasing demand for electric vehicles, noting that one in five new car registrations is now an EV. The sale of new EVs has increased by 27% year-to-date.
Question
In light of the growing adoption of electric vehicles, with one in five new cars being EVs and a 27% increase in sales this year, what steps are you taking to provide certainty for industry transitioning from fossil fuel-based transport systems and ultimately reducing costs for UK drivers?
Answer from The Secretary of State for Transport (Heidi Alexander)
I would be happy to meet my hon. Friend, who—as chair of the all-party parliamentary group on electric vehicles—has great expertise in this area. It is right to acknowledge that the motor industry has faced unprecedented challenges in the last 12 months, so it was right that we responded proportionately by extending the flexibilities in the zero emission vehicle mandate. But we have also given certainty back to the industry and consumers with the reinstatement of the 2030 phase-out date.
Not addressed: The Secretary of State did not commit to a specific meeting or provide additional concrete steps beyond acknowledging previous measures.
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