Question follow-through · 117177

Motability

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that recent changes to the Motability Scheme, including the removal of VAT zero-rating on advance payments and the introduction of Insurance Premium Tax on

answeredDepartment for Work and Pensions

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Department for Work and Pensions
Tabled
2 Mar 2026
Target answer date
4 Mar 2026
Answer
9 Mar 2026 · 7 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 2 Mar 2026

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that recent changes to the Motability Scheme, including the removal of VAT zero-rating on advance payments and the introduction of Insurance Premium Tax on

  2. 4 Mar 2026

    Target answer date

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  3. 9 Mar 2026

    Answer published

    The Motability Scheme is a lifeline for many disabled people and families, supporting their independence by enabling them to lease a car, wheelchair accessible vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair in exchange for an eligible disability benefit allowance...

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