“Infrastructure Matters helps us translate our ambitions into action—ensuring our voice is heard, our purpose is understood, and our impact is recognised at every level of government.”

— Shaun Quirk, Chief Operating Officer, Believ

Agenda

To realise its ambition of delivering a transformational, publicly accessible EV charging network across the UK, Believ needed to cut through a crowded net zero policy space and secure meaningful government support at all levels. With commercial growth targets aligned to social inclusion and air quality outcomes, the business required a strategy that integrated purpose with political traction.

Context & Circumstances

Backed by Liberty Global and Zouk Capital, and supported by the HM Treasury-backed Charging Infrastructure Investment Fund (CIIF), Believ is scaling a nationwide EV charging network that works for everyone. Yet in a sector influenced by multiple government departments, over 300 local authorities, and evolving regional transport priorities, success depends on strategic clarity, high-level access, and a distinct policy voice. Believ turned to Infrastructure Matters to position the company as a critical partner in delivering the UK’s net zero and air quality ambitions.

Solution

Infrastructure Matters led the development and delivery of Believ’s national engagement strategy ensuring its commercial goals and social mission was reflected in policy, regulation, and funding conversations. We shaped a strong, differentiated policy narrative and crafted compelling asks to government. Our team built relationships with central government, parliamentarians, local authorities, and combined authorities, securing the visibility and influence required to accelerate deployment. As trusted advisers to Believ’s executive team, we provided strategic counsel across their most complex and high-profile opportunities.

Results
  • Defined and delivered Believ’s national policy voice, establishing credibility across multiple Whitehall departments.
  • Built and sustained relationships with Parliament and key decision-makers, ensuring Believ’s voice is heard at the heart of the net zero agenda.
  • Provided targeted engagement with over 300 local and regional authorities, identifying high-impact opportunities for deployment and partnership.
  • Advised Believ’s leadership team on strategy and risk, supporting commercial growth while embedding social inclusion into the EV rollout story.

Most importantly, we positioned Believ as a trusted national partner in the EV transition — securing influence at all levels of government and accelerating deployment through a clear, strategic policy voice.