The centre will train people to repair and maintain electric vehicles as well as electric bikes, scooters, trucks, buses, vans and HGVs.
A location has yet to be decided, however a temporary office is being set up at the LWETB's head office in Marlinstown. "The transition from new diesel and petrol cars is no longer a futuristic concept. It is happening currently. Electric vehicles are outselling new petrol and diesel cars for the first time ever.
"It is clear to us we need a dedicated national centre to focus on the delivery of these key skills, while preparing for future technological advances," Mr Harris said.
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