Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 May 2026
130. Deputy Naoise Ó Cearúil asked the Minister for Transport whether the vehicle adaptation scheme currently under development will be limited to supports for adapting a vehicle only; whether the tax relief and toll road exemptions that currently apply under the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme be phased out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31943/26]
View answerThe purpose of the Vehicle Adaptation Scheme by developed by my Department is to improve functional mobility by assisting with the cost of vehicle adaptations. The Department’s priority in introducing the new Scheme is to provide supports for both disabled drivers and passengers which are fit for purpose, and which are also equitable, effective, efficient, as well as proportionate and appropriate to needs. The Scheme will not assist with the cost of vehicle purchase and there will be no secondary benefits associated with the Scheme i.e. motor tax and toll road exemptions.
It is important to note that the Vehicle Adaptation Scheme is a standalone scheme and not intended to replace the Disabled Drivers and Passengers Scheme. Responsibility for the future of the Disabled Drivers and Passengers Scheme remains a function of the Department of Finance.
