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“INCLUSIVE DESIGN IS COMMERCIALLY

AND ECONOMICALLY BENEFICIAL ” charge points across the UK , with no subscription or pre-authorisation fees .

We have ongoing pilots and partnerships with organisations such as AppyWay , ChargeTrip , EV . energy , and Cenex to further enhance the EV charging experience for disabled drivers and passengers .
WHAT ’ S THE SITUATION WITH ACCESSIBLE EV CHARGING STATIONS ?
Accessibility to public charging is a significant barrier for many of our customers considering the transition to EVs . While there has been progress in EV assessability charging , work still needs to be done . Some charge point operators ( CPOs ) are making notable strides in this area . For example , Osprey is keen to partner with us to understand our customers ’ experiences and challenges . However , the location of charge points is not always on a large , easily accessible site . In some cases , CPOs must install chargers in areas that need drop curbs or more space , which can be problematic .
We aim to make the network as comprehensive and accessible as possible , providing our customers with choices and accurate information about charging options . To aid this , we are developing an app set to launch early next year to help users navigate accessible charging stations .
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