MORE people will be encouraged to use electric vehicles over the next five years, according to Bromsgrove District Council.
Councillors voted in favour of forming an action plan, known as the ‘Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles Strategy’, at the full council meeting last Wednesday.
It includes applying for money to fund more electric charging points across Bromsgrove and encouraging local taxi drivers and employers to switch to electric vehicles.
Bromsgrove District Council leader Coun Karen May said: “We’ve got a clear mandate from the public in Bromsgrove.
“Already we’re seeing a rise in zero-waste commitment from residents, and widespread enthusiasm to make our environment in Bromsgrove a better place.
“We’re voting through plans to support electric cars, examine options to switch to renewable and sustainable energy, and form a cross-party working group to put together an action plan.
“We’re exploring all options and are all on the same page of making a cleaner, greener Bromsgrove district.”