Energy watchdog accused of stalling electric vehicle rollout

Scottish Power boss says UK regulator needs reform after refusing upgrades to cope with e-vehicle demand

The energy regulator has been accused by Scottish Power of hindering the UK's electric vehicle rollout due to its "colossal disconnect" with Britain's climate policies.

Keith Anderson, the chief executive of the "big six" energy company, said businesses in the sector could do more to help the UK become a carbon neutral economy, but efforts are being held back by Ofgem's outdated regulation.