Home and Workplace EV Charge Point Grants Increased to Support Business Electrification

The UK government has announced a significant increase to home and workplace electric vehicle (EV) charge point grants, a move designed to make EV adoption easier and more affordable for businesses, fleet operators and employees.

From 1 April 2026, the maximum grant available for installing an EV charge point at home or work will rise from £350 to up to £500 per socket, covering almost half the cost of a typical installation. The enhanced support will be available until March 2027 and applies to both domestic and workplace charging schemes.

The increase applies to several key schemes that support business and fleet electrification. These include grants for renters and flat owners, households without off‑street parking, residential landlords and the Workplace Charging Scheme, which helps employers install chargers for fleet vehicles and staff use.

The government has also simplified the system by reducing the number of charging grant schemes, making it easier for organisations to understand what support is available and how to apply.

For businesses, the Workplace Charging Scheme will continue until March 2027, with the higher £500 grant applying to installations completed from April 2026.

Charging infrastructure is one of the biggest practical barriers to fleet electrification. While many businesses want to switch to electric vans and cars, the upfront cost and complexity of installing chargers at depots, offices or drivers’ homes has slowed progress.

By increasing grant support, the government is aiming to reduce these barriers and encourage more employers to invest in workplace charging. For fleets, this can mean lower running costs, less reliance on public charging and greater confidence when adopting electric vehicles.

Home charging also plays a critical role for businesses with drivers who take vehicles home overnight. Cheaper access to home charging can make EVs more viable for company car drivers, engineers and mobile workers.

For fleet operators planning electrification, the increased grants provide an opportunity to invest in charging infrastructure while financial support is at its strongest. As more electric vehicles enter service over the next few years, access to reliable and affordable charging will be a key factor in controlling costs, managing downtime and supporting drivers.

Find out more: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/changes-to-electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grant-schemes-from-1-april-2026