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The Independent
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
Planning rules eased for electric vehicle chargers
More drivers and businesses in England no longer need planning permission to install electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints, the Department for Transport has announced. The reduction in red tape applies from Thursday to private residential driveways, workplaces and public streets. The move is intended to boost the rollout of chargepoints. There have been reports of it taking up to nine months to obtain planning permission from councils for public installations. Boosting public charging infrastructure is seen as vital to persuade more drivers – particularly those without off-road parking – to switch to electric motoring. A report published by public spending watchdog the National Audit Office in December found the rollout of public EV chargers was 'on track' to meet the 300,000 the DfT estimates will be the minimum needed by 2030. The Government has pledged to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans from 2030. Future of roads minister Lilian Greenwood said: 'We're cutting down on paperwork to power up the EV revolution so that drivers, businesses and those looking to make the switch will have more chargepoints to power from and less red tape to deal with. 'We continue to make the switch to EVs easier, cheaper and better by investing over £2.3 billion to support drivers and back British carmakers through international trade deals, creating jobs, boosting investment and securing our future.' Lewis Gardiner, operations director at Osprey Charging Network, described the announcement as 'a hugely welcome and practical change that will make a real difference on the ground'. He added: 'Removing the need for planning permission for essential electrical infrastructure like substations across the majority of sites will save months of delays, reduce costs and accelerate the delivery of the rapid charging hubs drivers need.' AA head of roads policy Jack Cousens said the Government must do 'all it can' to increase the number of EV chargers, and easing planning regulations 'will help accelerate installations'. He added: 'The crucial element is ensuring grid connection in a timely manner. 'This is especially important in rural locations and areas where there is no dedicated off-street parking.' RAC senior policy officer Rod Dennis welcomed the announcement because encouraging more drivers to make their next car an EV depends on 'removing the obstacles some people face'. But he warned that the 'relatively high cost of public charging … still needs to be tackled'. Delvin Lane, chief executive of charger company InstaVolt, said: 'Anything that helps remove barriers to EV adoption and gives all drivers confidence in the infrastructure – helping remove range anxiety – is a strong move in the right direction.'
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Australian arrival Pink likes what he sees at Davenham Cricket Club
Australian arrival Pink likes what he sees at Davenham Cricket Club OVERSEAS signing Braydon Pink is impressed with the efforts going into the junior game at Davenham Cricket Club. Australian Pink has joined the club for 2025 and felt the buzz about the place when he recently attended a presentation to accept new shirts for the junior section from sponsors Osprey Charging Network and Scan Global Logistics. 'Davenham is a thriving cricket club which is making great strides in promoting cricket to people of all ages,' said Pink. 'I am really looking forward to a successful season at Davenham. 'With the support of the sponsors, the parents and coaches the junior section is in a great place." ADVERTISEMENT Davenham CC are dedicated to fostering a love for the game at all levels, running junior teams from 'All Stars' through to under 19s. 'All Stars' is England and Wales Cricket Board's entry level participation programme, aimed at children aged five to eight. Davenham also boast strong men's and women's sections. The club are always keen to welcome new players of all ages and abilities into their ranks. For more information contact Paul Parker380@ or 07841 328494, or visit
The Independent
09-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
How to run an EV charging network: mastering land, plugs and software
Osprey Charging Network is a Business Reporter client Discover how the UK's leading rapid charging network, Osprey Charging, delivers its popular charging hubs, strategically located from Land's End to John O'Groats. In 2024, the UK overtook Germany to become Europe's largest electric vehicle (EV) market. Fully electric vehicles now account for over 20 per cent of new car sales and 4 per cent of all vehicles on our roads, with this number set to rise. With ambitious government targets and substantial private investment in infrastructure set to continue, the UK is becoming a leader in the global EV revolution. The vast majority of the public charging stations that will become the backbone of EV refuelling are funded with private investment by nationwide charging networks such as Osprey Charging. These are the rapid charge points (adding 100 miles of range to a car's battery in as little as 10 minutes) that fleets and high-mileage vehicles will rely on for everyday use, and private drivers for longer journeys. Operating a network of grid-connected, consumer-facing charge points is a relatively new type of business. Here's how Best of British Business 2025 company Osprey Charging delivers one of the UK's largest and most popular rapid EV charging networks. Land Across 2023 and 2024, Osprey deployed more rapid charging infrastructure than any other network in the UK, bringing its total network to 1,300 charging bays. Charging hubs, featuring six or more high-powered (150kW+) chargers, are preferred by drivers for maximising availability and providing a dedicated charging space, and can be future-proofed for expansion as demand grows. Knowing where to build these high-power hubs is a particular strength of the business, which has had data in its DNA since inception. Hub sites cost millions of pounds to develop, so optimising return is crucial for investors. Thanks to an ever-improving proprietary assessment model, as well as in-house expertise in grid and development, Osprey makes informed decisions about location, size and design of hubs. This data-driven approach ensures Osprey selects locations that offer high footfall, strong grid connectivity and long-term commercial viability, making it a preferred partner for major institutional landlords such as Legal & General, as well as retailers such as Burger King and Starbucks. Osprey also buys freehold land on which to develop and operate flagship hubs, where end-to-end control and design can produce award-winning customer experience. The award-winning Salmon's Leap Super-hub, for example, at Buckfastleigh on the Devon Expressway, is a rural oasis where Osprey created a partnership with a local farm shop, supporting local businesses, and giving river access to local watersports enthusiasts, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable infrastructure that enhances both EV charging and the surrounding community. Plugs Each of Osprey's hubs has a dedicated high-voltage grid connection, equivalent to powering 600-700 homes. To maximise the number of charge points on each grid connection and therefore serve more customers, Osprey installs dynamic load-balancing technology. Through this technology, the total available power is centralised and distributed via the high-power satellite chargers to the vehicles as they need it in real time. As a result, no power is wasted and the power delivered is maximised, making the most efficient use of the available grid connection. Osprey was the first to introduce this innovative solution to the UK. Furthermore, the customer experience is quicker and better with more charge points available, and revenue is optimised by delivering the greatest amount of power to the greatest number of customers at any one time. Osprey's pioneering approach to dynamic load-balancing also ensures that each hub can be scaled to support more EVs without requiring costly grid reinforcements, keeping pace with the growing demand for public charging. Software With hundreds of sites nationwide and thousands of customers every day, Osprey enjoys absolute control and quality thanks to its proprietary software platform, Osprey Iris. This is critical as the business scales rapidly, both in charge point numbers and transactions processed. As a key differentiator, Osprey Iris gives in-house control of charge point management, extensive data and customer accounts, and therefore flexibility to provide the best experience for all types of driver, and to develop these over the long-term. There are several advantages of having this control and software development in-house. For example, Osprey directly integrates with fleet billing systems and payment services of all sizes easily, from Motability Operations to Octopus Electroverse to British Gas, driving significant revenue from high-mileage vehicles. Osprey can choose to install any charge point hardware as the market develops, actively maintaining the best user experience. Network health, security and emerging customer pain points are closely and easily monitored, with live diagnosis and solutions. Analysis and insights gained from proprietary data is used on a daily basis to inform customer strategy. Osprey Iris has significant commercial potential too, as charging-as-a-service offerings become more mature in the growing charging network market. For fleet operators, businesses and commercial landlords looking to enter the EV charging market, Osprey Iris offers a scalable, ready-made solution. Running a rapid charging network is complex. Osprey Charging combines a unique blend of data-led strategy, advanced hardware and software and in-house expertise to ensure both operational efficiency and a high-quality experience for all drivers. This strategy has paid off with Osprey winning numerous industry awards including Chargepoint Network of the Year in both 2023 and 2024 at the Electric Vehicle Innovation and Excellence awards, and Best EV Charging Network 2023 and 2024 at the Transport and Energy awards. Recognised as a Best of British Business in 2024, Osprey continues to lead the charge in delivering a world-class charging network, making it a key player in the UK's electric vehicle transition. With further expansion planned for 2025, including new ultra-rapid hubs and enhanced fleet integrations, Osprey continues to set the standard for a reliable, customer-first charging experience.
