development of new infrastructure
Lambeth Council is investing £2.6 million to expand its electric vehicle charging network, aiming to generate income.
In July 2026, Lambeth Council's Cabinet approved £2.6 million for the development of new electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities. This funding, comprising £1.3 million from Section 106 contributions and £1.3 million from grant funding, aims to expand the borough's EV charging network. The initiative is intended to contribute to the council's income generation targets.
The council aims to generate income from the expanded EV charging network, with an approved Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) income generation target of £0.900 million related to this initiative. The project focuses on expanding the borough's EV charging facilities to meet this financial objective.
This project concerns Lambeth Council's plans for the development of new infrastructure, specifically focusing on the expansion of electric vehicle charging points across the borough. The investment seeks to enhance local EV charging capacity while also providing a new revenue stream for the council.
Key facts
- Lambeth Council's Cabinet approved £2.6 million for new EV charging infrastructure on 22 July 2026. Source
- The £2.6 million funding includes £1.3 million from Section 106 and £1.3 million from grant funding. Source
- The initiative has an approved MTFS income generation target of £0.900 million. Source
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