Written questions

Motability

Commons · Question 18229 · Tabled 13 Jul 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 21 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Josh Babarinde

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what consideration he has given to reviewing criteria for those in receipt of Attendance Allowance to be able to access to the Motability scheme.

Answer

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 21 Jul 2026

Attendance Allowance is intended to help those with a severe disability who have long term care or supervision needs which arise after reaching State Pension age. Government mobility support is focused on people who are disabled earlier in life; developin...