Decision Maker: Environment and Sustainability Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 25, 2025

Purpose: To seek approval to apply for, accept and spend (if successful) funding from the Department for Transport’s Depot Charging Scheme to support the delivery of electric vehicle infrastructure for the council’s fleet operations.

Content: The Committee RESOLVED (unanimous vote in favour):   1. To approve the report.   2. To approve the submission of a funding application to the Department for Transport’s Depot Charging Scheme for up to £1 million.   3. To authorise the Executive Director for Growth and Regeneration, in consultation with the Committee Chair and the s151 Officer, to accept and spend the grant funding if awarded, and to enter into and finalise all necessary contractual arrangements required for the drawdown and use of the grant.