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5 years 10 months ago #231938 by Lindsay Beevers
Veterans UK grant for mobility cars was created by Lindsay Beevers
Hi my friend is in receipt of a war pension which entitles him to have a mobility car. Due to his disability he has been awarded a grant to cover the costs of requiring an automatic gearbox. He was relieved as doesn't have funds for the advance payment and even had to borrow money for the deposit when ordering. He has been told today that the grant is only payable 2 weeks after collecting the mobility car and that he needs to find £500 himself to pay up front. Surely the grant is payable to avoid this sort of financial hardship? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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5 years 10 months ago #231951 by Gordon
Replied by Gordon on topic Veterans UK grant for mobility cars
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This isn't an area of benefit that we deal with on the forum.

Have they talked to the Royal British Legion they may be able to help with some sort of temporary loan?

Gordon

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems

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5 years 10 months ago #231970 by Lindsay Beevers
Replied by Lindsay Beevers on topic Veterans UK grant for mobility cars
So far just veterans UK who referred him back to motability, although they did think it was ridiculous too. I will try the legion next on his behalf. Thanks for replying so promptly.

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5 years 10 months ago #231978 by Lindsay Beevers
Replied by Lindsay Beevers on topic Veterans UK grant for mobility cars
Royal British Legion also referred him back to motability, it was worth a try though. Thanks.

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