Written question asked by Joe Robertson (Conservative) on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Monday, 15 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Large Goods Vehicles: Electric Vehicles
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to her Department's consultation entitled a New Heavy Goods Vehicle CO₂ Emissions Regulatory Framework for the United Kingdom, published on 6 January 2026, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of a Zero Emission Vehicle mandate for heavy goods vehicles on (a) freight operating costs, (b) food and grocery prices, (c) construction costs and (d) consumer price inflation.
- Answer
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Government's consultation on the New Heavy Goods Vehicle CO₂ Emissions Regulatory Framework for the United Kingdom closed on 17 March and explores the potential design of different regulatory frameworks.
When designing the future framework for HGV carbon regulations, we will fully consider the impacts of any regulatory proposals on operators, businesses and the UK economy . A full impact assessment will accompany any final proposal for regulation.
Government is reducing the cost of zero emission vehicles and associated infrastructure required to support the transition to zero emission through grants like the Depot Charging Scheme and Zero Emission Truck Grant. This support brings the total cost of ownership in line, presenting potential cost savings for businesses looking to make the switch.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 8838
- Session
- 2026-27
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- Subjects
- Costs Freight Large goods vehicles Electric vehicles
- Contains statistics
- Yes
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