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Transport · 4 hours ago

UK car makers expected to get 2030 electric sales target cut

UK car makers expected to get 2030 electric sales target cut

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Louise Haigh is set to finalise the plan following a meeting at Downing Street on Wednesday, according to government sources. Insiders expect her to approve a 2030 target of about 60%, down from 80%, and to extend carmakers' flexibilities until 2034. A government spokesperson said no decisions have been taken, while Labour MPs and charging firms fear the cut.

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