UK considering rules for universal charging cable
UK considering EU-style common charging cable
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, which is used by many modern devices.
It comes after the European Union passed a law on a common charging cable in 2022, which firms must adopt by December.
The UK government said at the time it was not considering similar rules.
The EU's law aims to cut electronic waste by requiring small to medium electronic device manufacturers to use USB-C chargers.
Apple criticised the decision, but ultimately ditched its proprietary lightning charging cables for iPhones in 2023.