A private housing estate in Putney has installed two electric vehicle charging points to help its residents switch over to electric motoring.

The installation of the charging points, in Manor Fields, off Putney Hill, has been welcomed by Wandsworth Council.

John Fuggles, Manor Fields board director, said: "We need more charging points to make electric cars a more realistic alternative.

"At Manor Fields we have taken the initiative and we hope this is the first of many such examples across London."

The council's transport spokesman, Councillor Russell King, believes the move will boost the fledgling electric vehicle market.

He said: "It's terrific to see a private housing estate installing charging points. Every new piece of infrastructure helps to make electric motoring more accessible and we hope more private institutions will follow the example set at Manor Fields."

Electric cars produce no exhaust emissions and have the potential to dramatically improve air quality.

Air pollution is a health issue right across London and particularly on Putney High Street where a major campaign is underway to reduce the levels of traffic pollution.

The Manor Fields is located in a conservation area, adjacent to Putney Heath and Wimbledon Common.

Find out more about Manor Fields at www.manorfields.co.uk. Find out more about electric motoring at www.wandsworth.gov.uk/driveelectric.

 

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