Brighton and Hove will receive over 6,000 public charge points as part of the UK’s largest on-street charging project.
The £130 million initiative is among the first to utilize the government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund, which helps local authorities meet growing charging demands from drivers without off-street parking.
Char.gy, a renewable-based on-street charging supplier with 3,600 charge points across the UK, will install the infrastructure.
The charging system takes advantage of grid efficiency, offering two-tier pricing: a daytime peak tariff of £0.59 per kilowatt hour and a reduced off-peak overnight rate of £0.39/kWh.
“This is a huge moment for the country and its EV ambitions ahead of 2035,” said John Lewis, char.gy CEO. “At char.gy, we’re committed to delivering a seamless, affordable and convenient charging experience for everyone in Brighton & Hove, because that’s key to encouraging EV uptake.”
“This partnership alone will empower thousands of residents to confidently make the switch to electric vehicles, knowing they have easy access to chargers.”
Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood added: “Making charging as easy as possible is a crucial to making the switch to electric a success.
“Rolling out over 6,000 chargers across Brighton and Hove will make driving an electric vehicle easier and more convenient, especially for those without a driveway.
“It will power growth, cut emissions and improve lives in Brighton and Hove and beyond, as we continue to create jobs, attract investment and secure our future as part of our Plan for Change.”
The Brighton project comes amid positive developments in UK charging infrastructure. Zapmap reported over 75,000 public charging points across the country in March 2025 – a 32% increase year-on-year.
Despite progress, the Public Affairs Committee recently noted that while the UK is on track to meet its target of 300,000 public chargers by 2030, efforts are needed to distribute them more evenly beyond London and surrounding areas.
