Freedom of information response

1. a.) Do you have a published EV infrastructure strategy? No

b.) Can you confirm what year the strategy was launched, and what year it is due to be refreshed? N/A

2. In the last 12 months, has the council engaged with the fleet sector. If so, which fleets and how? No

3. How does the local authority support fleet operators? Please select all that apply. N/A

A.       Guidance

b.       Workshops

c.        Referral to EST/other

d.       Sharing knowledge/best practice

e.       Other please state

4. Do you have a dedicated member of staff responsible for public EV infrastructure rollout (i.e it is part of their job description/written responsibilities)? If yes, please provide the name and email address of the member of staff concerned. No. Recruitment is being progressed.

5. The BVRLA has a ‘Fleet Friendly EV Charging Pledge’ for local authorities. Which of the following best describes the council’s position on the pledge? C

A.       We have signed the pledge

b.       We haven’t signed yet, but we will be signing

c.        We haven’t signed yet, but we are willing to engage with BVRLA to find out more

d.       Signing the pledge does not fit with our plans

e.       Other – please state

6. Has the council received support from any of the following for public EV infrastructure rollout? Yes

Tick all that apply.

A.       LEVI (Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure) support body Yes

b.       Energy Saving Trust Yes

c.        Fleets

d.       Charge point operators

e.       Consultants

f.        Other ORCS, Neighbouring Councils via Forums

7. Has/will the council make an application for LEVI (Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure) funds

a.       Yes

b.       No

c.        Other