Sickness benefits claimants will no longer be able to gain access to subsidised luxury cars under planned major changes to the Motability scheme , it has emerged.

Rachel Reeves is expected to announce sweeping reforms to the controversial car scheme, which will mean benefits claimants will no longer be able to gain access to high end models, such as BMWs, Mercedes and Audis.

The Chancellor will also cut back perks offered under the Motability programme , including overseas breakdown cover and top of the range insurance that covers up to three different drivers. New Feature

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The move comes amid growing concerns within the Treasury that the scheme has become unfair on the taxpayer, with those on disability benefits gaining access to

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