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On-street EV charging in UK is postcode lottery as drivers face council objections
On-street EV charging in the UK faces resistance from over 20 local authorities due to safety, legal, and parking concerns, despite government support. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband advocates for charger gullies to reduce costs, but many households may be excluded as councils block their installation.
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