Story perspectives
Labour Proposes Controversial 3p Per Mile EV Tax
11/6/2025
50 4
1 of 1
Story summary
- Labour plans a pay-per-mile tax on electric vehicle owners, to be announced in the Budget on November 26.
- The levy would be 3p per mile and take effect from 2028.
- The policy could cost EV drivers about £250 annually.
- Critics, including Shadow Chancellor Sir Mel Stride, say it targets commuters and may give rural drivers extra "free" miles.
- Officials warn of a potential £35 billion shortfall in government revenue.
