The United Kingdom is considering legislation that would require all electronic devices to support charging via USB-C ports, citing the need to establish standards and align with previous regulations set by the European Union (EU laws set to take effect in December this year).
The current status is still a proposal, subject to feedback from stakeholders, including trade groups, manufacturers, distributors, and consumers, to assess the potential benefits and drawbacks of enforcing such legislation. It is expected to take some time for a decision to be reached.
In addition to the EU’s laws mandating the use of USB-C for electronic devices, India is another country that has passed similar legislation, set to come into effect in March 2025.
Source: GOV.UK via Neowin
TLDR: The UK is contemplating a law requiring devices to support USB-C charging, aligning with EU regulations. Stakeholder feedback is being sought, similar laws exist in India from 2025.
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