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Proposed Motability Cuts Spark Debate on Disability Support

11/6/2025

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Helen Whateley, Shadow Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, proposes limiting Motability eligibility to those with serious disabilities.
The proposal follows concerns that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may target the scheme in the upcoming budget.
The scheme costs taxpayers £2.8 billion annually.
Andrew Western of the Department for Work and Pensions defends it as supporting disabled people’s daily living and employment.
The government has not confirmed any budget changes.

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Helen Whateley, Shadow Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, proposes limiting Motability eligibility to those with serious disabilities.
The proposal follows concerns that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may target the scheme in the upcoming budget.
The scheme costs taxpayers £2.8 billion annually.
Andrew Western of the Department for Work and Pensions defends it as supporting disabled people’s daily living and employment.
The government has not confirmed any budget changes.