Written Question · S7W-04326 · Session 7
In light of the changes to the Accessible Vehicles and Equipment Scheme in Scotland that came into force in September 2026, what steps it w…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the changes to the Accessible Vehicles and Equipment Scheme in Scotland that came into force in September 2026, what steps it will take to ensure that people who require additional space for essential medical equipment can continue to access suitable vehicles.
The answer
The Scottish Government remains committed to the Accessible Vehicle and Equipment Scheme, to ensure that disabled people in receipt of a qualifying benefit can lease a vehicle on an affordable, all-inclusive lease. It is a requirement of the AVE Scheme that clients have access to a range of vehicles at both nil-advanced payment and at affordable prices. Motability Operations reviews and update its selection of all vehicles quarterly based on manufacturer availability with information uploaded to its website: www.motability.co.uk.The Scottish Government will continue to work with Motability to ensure that disabled people can access the support that meets their needs through the AVE Scheme now and into the future.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-04326 by reference.