Reeves set to unveil plan for EV drivers to pay per mile charges at Budget

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

59% : "Just as it is right to seek a tax system that fairly funds roads, infrastructure and public services, we will look at further support measures to make owning electric vehicles more convenient and more affordable," the government spokesman said.
42% : Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to unveil plans for per mile road charges for drivers of electric cars at the Budget, as she looks to offset a forecast sharp fall in fuel taxes, according to people familiar with the matter.
40% : One proposal being looked at by the government would result in drivers of EVs facing charges of 3p per mile in addition to other road taxes.

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