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Believ, an electric vehicle (EV) charge point operator, has partnered with Somersham Parish Council in Cambridgeshire to install fully funded charge points.

The partnership aims to offer local residents more sustainable transportation options, on a mission to help to combat climate change, enhance air quality, and reduce direct carbon emissions.

Two EV charge points have been installed in the Somersham Village Hall car park, giving residents who drive an EV – and those who are thinking of making the switch - access to convenient charging.

The village hall parking facility has been selected as the ideal location, catering to the needs of visitors and residents of nearby streets where private at-home charging is not feasible. Conveniently situated just a few minutes’ walk from the bustling high street and the local park, this location ensures high accessibility and usage throughout the week.

Daryl Potter, Somersham parish council chair, said: “It was essential for us to establish EV charging infrastructure at the village hall, as the nearest facility was an 11-minute drive away. By providing such local infrastructure, we ensure that both residents and visitors have reliable and accessible charging options.

“Partnering with Believ and utilising its fully funded model allowed us to overcome the financial challenges of installing the charging infrastructure. Additionally, Believ went above and beyond by re-painting the car park line marking, making the charge points much more visible – a change that has made a significant difference.”

Amanda Rymell, senior public sector partnerships manager at Believ, added: “Our commitment is to make sure everyone benefits from the transition to electric vehicles. This involves significantly expanding charging infrastructure beyond urban areas, so that everyone can comfortably switch to an EV and contribute to cleaner air for all."