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Motability cuts are a deeply cynical policy | Letter
- The budget cuts to Motability remove luxury vehicles and tax relief, affecting thousands of disabled customers.
- Officials say the £300m in Motability tax relief will be abolished, likely raising costs for disabled customers.
- Critics argue the policy narrows choice and undermines Motability’s role in supporting independence.
- Colin Hughes condemns the move as deeply cynical and says it echoes rightwing narratives about ‘luxury’ cars.
- The policy is framed as supporting UK manufacturing, despite a diminished car industry.
- Disability advocates warn the changes will raise costs and reduce access to suitable vehicles.
- Motability’s own view suggests the reforms will be felt directly by disabled customers.
- The changes follow prior discussions about Motability’s vehicle choices, including jettisoning BMW and Mercedes.
- The article features a personal reflection on mobility needs shaped by muscular dystrophy in a past era.
- The piece connects Motability to broader social policy achievements and questions the budget’s priorities.
- The report concludes with a warning about the political framing of mobility policy in budget debates.
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