Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging in West Lothian
West Lothian Council is responsible for a number of EV charge points which are part of the ChargePlace Scotland network.
West Lothian Public EV Infrastructure Plan
West Lothian's EV Infrastructure Plan [3MB] was published in September 2023 and it sets out an overarching Vision for EV charging in West Lothian.
The vision is that: "All people living in and visiting West Lothian have access to a comprehensive and reliable network of public EV chargers which are accessible and easy to use, provide convenient and affordable access for all and support active and sustainable travel choices."
In order to support the stated vision, two key objectives have been identified. These are that:
- 10% of parking spaces in key West Lothian Council owned car parks will be EV by 2026, and;
- Over 50% of households with no off-road car parking in West Lothian will be within a reasonable walk (200-400m) of a charging site by 2026.
These aspirational objectives will seek to ensure that there is a robust public charging network across West Lothian which supports the just transition from conventional vehicles.
Following approval at a meeting of West Lothian Council Executive on 17 October 2023, the council's tariffs for the use of EV charge points will change from 1 November 2023. Drivers should note that the tariffs are based on charger type and not the connection used. The level of tariffs is set out below:
| Charger Type | Minimum Charge | Unit Rate/kWh | Maximum Stay Limit | Overstay Charges |
| Rapid Charger (all connections) | £1 | £0.50 | 50 Minutes | £10 overstay charge (following 10-minute grace period). No return within 90 minutes |
| Fast Charger | £1 | £0.40 | 180 Minutes (applies to sessions ending between 08:00 and 20:00) | £10 overstay charge (following 10-mintue grace period) for sessions ending between 08:00 and 20:00) |
| Other Chargers | £1 | £0.40 | None |
Previous Tariffs from 1 February 2023
Charger Type | Minimum Charge | Unit Rate / kWh | Maximum Stay Limit | Maximum Stay Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rapid Charger
| £1 | £0.40 | 50 Minutes | £10 overstay charge (following 10-minute grace period). No return within 90 Minutes |
Fast Chargers
| £1 | £0.30 | 180 Minutes | £10 overstay charge (following 10-minute grace period). No return within 90 minutes |
Other Chargers | £1 | £0.30 | None | None |
Details of all the EV charge points in the council's network are listed in the table below. Further details, including live map information for all public charge points in the West Lothian area, can be found at Charge Place Scotland (opens new window). Information on how to use the charge points is available on the ChargePlace Scotland website
Site | Charger Type |
Acredale Car Park, Bathgate | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Almondvale Stadium, Livingston | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Almondvale Stadium, Livingston | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger |
Bathgate Partnership Centre | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger |
Blackridge Primary School | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Calderwood School, East Calder | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger
1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger
1 x 7kW Dual Outlet |
Fauldhouse Partnership Centre Mon-Fri: 08:00-21:30 Sat: 08:30-16:30 Sun: Closed | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger |
Gideon Street Car Park, Bathgate | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Linlithgow Sports Club | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger |
Lister Road, Livingston | 2 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Morris Square, Livingston | 2 x 50kW Rapid Chargers
2 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Polkemmet Country Park, Whitburn | 2 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Strathbrock Partnership Centre | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger |
Strathbrock Partnership Centre | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
The Vennel, Linlithgow | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Water Yett Car Park, Linlithgow | 1 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger |
Whitburn Xcite | 1 x 50kW Rapid Charger |
Winchburgh (Linlithgow Road) | 2 x 50kW Rapid Charger
2 x Dual Outlet Fast Charger
4 x 7kW Dual Outlet |
If you discover any faults on the network, please contact ChargePlace Scotland using the link above or call them on 0141 648 0750. Charge point users are encouraged to use the facilities responsibly and to follow the networks Etiquette Guide.
Council tenants can find guidance on installing EV charge points in the Tenant's Handbook
