Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the industry or specific companies involved in the electric vehicle charging sector. Core Insights - The tariff regime for electric vehicle charging will apply uniformly to all charge points of the same charging speed during the contract term, with specific provisions for tariff increases [1]. - Any increase in current tariffs must not exceed the average cost published by RAC Charge Watch or an agreed independent data source by more than 10% for similar charging speeds [2]. - The total cost of charging includes the service fee, peak cost of electricity, revenue share, profit share, concession fee, and VAT, all expressed in p/kWh [3]. Summary by Sections Tariff Review - The concessionaire must notify the authority at least 10 working days in advance of any planned tariff increases, providing supporting evidence for compliance with specified tests [1]. - The service fee is capped and must be reasonable, with the cap indexed to a specified percentage of a stated index [3]. Cost Breakdown - The peak cost of electricity is defined as the costs evidenced by the concessionaire on an open book basis, while the service fee encompasses all costs for providing services excluding electricity costs [3]. - A worked example illustrates the calculation of tariffs, showing current tariffs for fast and rapid charging and proposed amendments based on benchmark rates [4].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The report highlights the significant shift towards hybrid working arrangements post-COVID-19, with 43% of surveyed organizations fully committed to this model, reflecting a move away from traditional office-based work [4][20] - Key motivations for employees to return to the office include collaboration, meetings, and team activities, which are seen as essential for relationship building and knowledge sharing [4][28] - The report emphasizes the benefits of hybrid working, including increased flexibility (95% of respondents) and a happier workforce (88%), while also noting challenges such as underutilized office space (60%) and onboarding new employees (55%) [4][31][35] Summary by Sections Study Background and Aims - The report is based on a survey conducted by the Scottish Futures Trust (SFT) to analyze working patterns and preferences in the context of hybrid working [5][6] Current Working Patterns - The survey indicates that all organizations have moved away from a predominantly office-based model, with workers spending between one and three days in the office [4][20] - 93% of respondents reported their organizations working between 1 and 3 days in the office, with 45% having no mandated office days [21] Preferences and Motivations for Hybrid Working - Employees aged 26-35 show the highest preference for hybrid working at 74%, while very few prefer fully office-based work [24] - The main reasons for office attendance include interactive activities, meetings, and team collaboration [28] Impacts of Hybrid Working - Organizational benefits include a more flexible workforce and improved employee satisfaction, with 60% of employees citing hybrid working practices as a factor in their decision to stay with their organization [31] - Individual benefits reported include better work-life balance and increased autonomy [33] Designing Workplaces for the Future - The report suggests that organizations are likely to reduce office space, with 53% already having done so and 34% planning to do so [40] - Best practices include providing employees with the necessary tools and autonomy to work flexibly [41][43]