The UK government is considering whether to require all new electronic devices to use the same type of charging cable. A call for evidence launched in October is asking for views on the benefits of using a particular charging cable - such as USB-C,

The plans would see the UK follow the EU’s lead in introducing a law that requires a common standard charging lead for all new electricals.

The UK government has launched a consultation to explore the possibility of mandating USB-C as the standard charging port for electronic

The UK government is considering whether to require all new electronic devices to use a standard charging cable, such as USB-C. This follows the European Union's decision in 2022 to mandate a common charging standard,