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UK Tax Authorities Appeal VAT Cut on EV Chargers

4/21/2026

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The UK tax authorities plan to appeal a ruling to cut VAT on public electric car chargers from 20% to 5%.
The appeal follows Charge My Street's case that the lower rate should apply, potentially saving EV drivers.
Officials warn the appeal could slow EV adoption, as public charging remains pricier than home charging.
The government is introducing legislation to let households without off-street parking charge EVs at home.

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The UK tax authorities plan to appeal a ruling to cut VAT on public electric car chargers from 20% to 5%.
The appeal follows Charge My Street's case that the lower rate should apply, potentially saving EV drivers.
Officials warn the appeal could slow EV adoption, as public charging remains pricier than home charging.
The government is introducing legislation to let households without off-street parking charge EVs at home.