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Am I liable if someone trips on my EV charging cable?
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In short: Public liability under home insurance may cover visitor trips — keep cables tidy. Motor policy covers road use.
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Building insurance does not replace motor cover.
Charger installation should use certified installers.
Business charging at home may need disclosure.
See EV insurance guide.
Primary source: gov.uk/plug-in-vehicle-grants
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