What is in news : British government has announced to introduce legislation in 2021, under which all the newly built homes and offices will require to feature electric vehicle chargers in England.

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• Under the legislation
  • All new homes and offices will be required to feature smart charging devices which can automatically charge vehicles during off-peak periods.
  • New office blocks will require to install a charging point for every five parking spaces.
  • Home and office EV charger proposal is expected to start in 2022.
• This law will make England the first country in the world, that require all new homes to have EV chargers.
• Part of the movement that seeks to rapidly boost the number of chargers in England ahead of UK’s 2030 ban of new fossil-fuel vehicles.
• Significance of the legislation: Help in boosting confidence and help those who transition from gas cars in overcoming the range anxiety because many homes in England do not have off-street parking or garages.