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Motability: Contracts

Asked by Helen WhatelyConservativeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 24 October 2025UIN 81921

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether he will subject Motability to competitive tendering for the right to run the scheme.

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms

Motability Foundation is independent of government and regulated by the Charity Commission so is responsible for the terms and the administration of the Scheme.

The department works closely with Motability and is responsible for the disability benefits that provide a passport to the Motability Scheme. We will continue to ensure the Scheme meets the transport needs of disabled people.

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