8 Centre for Economics and Business Research It is possible that the market for charging points will provide the relevant supply. But given the importance of this to the government’s ambitions, it is likely that it will want to play a pivotal role in supporting the private sector in providing the necessary infrastructure due to the high up-front costs and the significant associated financial risks. The government will need to play a central role, as there is a risk that the private sector will only provide charging infrastructure and services where there is sufficient profitability available, rather than for reasons associated with public need.
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