The UK government is accelerating its transition to electric vehicles (EVs) with a £381 million initiative aimed at expanding public charging infrastructure for millions of drivers lacking off-street parking. The Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) programme plans to install over 100,000 new public chargepoints across England, focusing on households in terraced houses and flats where charging at home is not feasible. Currently, the UK has over 100,000 public chargepoints, with a target of 300,000 by 2030. Local councils will receive funding and technical assistance to install these chargers in residential streets and public car parks, addressing a significant barrier to EV ownership. Recent implementations, such as those by Shropshire and West Northamptonshire councils, emphasize fair access to charging for residents without private parking. Additionally, the government is promoting the affordability of EVs, noting that 40% of used EVs are priced below £20,000. The initiative is bolstered by substantial private investments, including a £300 million commitment from charging firm Believ to install 30,000 additional chargepoints, supporting the broader goal of transitioning away from petrol and diesel cars.