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Monday, 05 February 2024

BBC News

• Speed limit error sees hundreds of drivers finedMotorists caught speeding are planning legal action against TfL over a road sign error.
• One million electric cars sold in the UK since 2002But new private registrations fell by a quarter in January, threatening to undermine the UK's net zero promises.

Department for Transport

• Rollout of electric vehicle chargepoints to be acceleratedNew measures will mean EV owners benefit from easier and more convenient access to chargepoints.

Bradford Telegraph & Argus

• Funds to help schools install subsidised car chargers and sell energy to driversSchools in England will be able to apply for grants to buy and install electric vehicle chargers, and then sell the energy back to motorists.
• EV charging pilot could be 'game changer' for BradfordTERRACED streets in Bradford could soon get EV charging points thanks to a game changing pilot involving BT.

Wolverhampton Express and Star

• Funds to help schools install subsidised car chargers and sell energy to driversThe Department for Transport said it will provide up to 75% of the cost to install chargers, up to a maximum of £2,500 per socket.

Forbes

• Paris Votes To Triple Parking Charges For SUVsParisians have voted to increase parking rates for SUVs in the French capital. The proposals were approved by 54.55% of voters in a referedum held Sunday 4 February.

Other News Sources

• East Sussex schools will rent electric vehicle chargers to publicSchools will be given £5 million of government money to pay for electric vehicles chargers and can rent them out to the public to generate extra cash.