The UK government is expected to cut its rule that 80% of new cars sold in 2030 must be electric, the BBC reported Nov. 9, though Prime Minister Andy Burnham called reports “speculation” and said no decision had been made. The Guardian reported that Louise Haigh, who is handling the decision because Burnham recused himself, will probably settle on about 60% after a Downing Street meeting Wednesday and extend the rules’ flexibilities to 2034. The government said its 2030 phase-out of petrol- and diesel-only cars and its 2035 zero-emission target stay in place.
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INDUSTRY / EV INDUSTRYUK Expected to Cut 2030 Electric Car Sales Target This Week
Government sources say the 80% target for 2030 could fall to about 60%, though Downing Street says no decision has been made.
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