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“Thank you for listening, thank you for responding, but there is still a LOT of work to do.” That was BVRLA Chief Executive Toby Poston’s message to Government as he opened the association’s annual Fleets in Charge Conference in Westminster last week.

Progress along the UK’s Road to Zero remains in the balance. Growth in chargepoint numbers and the availability of new electric vehicles is being offset by freefalling used vehicle values and fiercely expensive public charging costs. The assessment comes out of the BVRLA’s annual Road to Zero Report, which explores decarbonisation progress across cars, vans and trucks.

The Industrial Strategy launched yesterday (23 June 2025) sets out the Government’s long-term plans for growing the UK economy, raising living standards and building resilience and security.

BVRLA Chief Executive Toby Poston comments; June has been a busy month in Westminster. In the last three weeks we’ve heard the Comprehensive Spending Review, which paved the way for the respective long-term strategies for the UK’s Infrastructure and Industrial development.

The Government has launched its 10-year Industrial Strategy, outlining a long-term plan to grow the UK economy, raise living standards, and support key sectors. For the automotive industry, the newly released Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan is of particular relevance.

The Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CCAV), has launched two consultations, collectively seeking to bring consistency and clarity relating to autonomous vehicles (AVs). CCAV is a joint unit between the Department for Transport and the Department for Business and Trade. The consultations include a call for evidence on the Statement of Safety Principles, and a draft statutory instrument (SI) on protecting marketing terms for AVs.

The BVRLA’s full-day Fleets in Charge Conference is taking place in just a couple of weeks (Wednesday 2 July). Ticket sales will close on the morning of Wednesday 25 June, so book now to avoid missing out.

Andy Bland, Head of Business Rental Development, UK and Ireland at Enterprise Mobility explains how businesses must rethink mobility strategies to align with broader objectives. By moving beyond transactional fleet management and embracing flexible, value-driven mobility partnerships, organisations can enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and unlock long-term growth opportunities.

In the latest BVRLA blog, Andy Bland, Head of Business Rental Development, UK and Ireland at Enterprise Mobility explains how businesses must rethink mobility strategies to align with broader objectives.

Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood will give a keynote address talking to delegates about the Government's plans for road transport decarbonisation at the BVRLA’s upcoming Fleets in Charge Conference.

The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles has confirmed several changes relating to how heavier zero-emission vans are regulated. The changes come into force on 10 June 2025 and bring driving licence rules for heavier zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) in line with their petrol and diesel equivalents. Until then, current rules will continue to apply.

The BVRLA’s industry Forums offer members the chance to connect, learn, and stay ahead of market trends. With final agendas being confirmed for this summer’s forums, both events promise valuable insight, expert speakers, and opportunities for networking.