More than 800,000 people across the UK are now leasing a vehicle or equipment through the Motability Scheme.
New figures from the company behind the life-changing Motability Scheme show there are now over 800,000 customers across the UK, including 80,000 living in Scotland. The Motability Scheme, or Accessible Vehicles and Equipment Scheme as it is now known for those in Scotland on Adult Disability Payment or Child Disability Payment , offers an affordable way for disabled people to get around outside more easily.
The latest price list for leasing packages on the Motability Scheme website and shows there are now more than 1,000 vehicles to choose from. “During this period of rising costs and an unprecedented period of change for the car industry, we’re committed to ensuring the sustainability of the Scheme so that we can continue to keep our customers connected now and in the long term.”
People can choose a lease that uses all of their mobility allowance - this is known as a variable lease. Latest Disability Benefits News How the new scheme works Social Security Scotland guidelines state: “When you lease a vehicle through the scheme, it will be with our authorised provider, Motability Operations Ltd.”Applying to lease a vehicle for yourself You can apply to lease a vehicle yourself if you meet all of the following:
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