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Written question asked by Perran Moon (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Monday, 6 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Electric Vehicles: Charging Points

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment the Department has made of the level of accuracy of in-service public electric vehicle charge points in billing consumers for the energy delivered; and whether her Department plans to use the powers under the Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025 to introduce a requirement for in-service metrological verification of public charge points.

Answer

Public electric vehicle charge points are expected to accurately measure and provide the electricity they state they deliver. The majority use AC meters and are covered by the Measuring Instruments Regulations 2016, which require accuracy to within plus or minus 2%, and which we expect all relevant providers to adhere to.

There are currently no plans to introduce a requirement for in-service metrological verification of public charge points. However, the Government will continue to monitor this issue and consider any further steps that may be required.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14651
Session
2026-27
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Billing Energy Electric vehicles Charging points
Legislation
Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025
Link
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