The Times (3 Dec 07, p29) have just revealled that HMG look likely to give the nod to impose VAT on the motorised scooters relied on by many disabled people, including ex-servicemen, following the EU's decision back in 2001 to classify motorised scooters as leisure vehicles. It appears that the government have done nothing to challenge this. Whilst those entitled to join the Motability scheme can expect the costs to be covered, private individuals buying them will be hardest hit.
More below:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2987830.ece
More below:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2987830.ece