Disability advocate issued with €23k Vat bill for modified van 'thrilled' to have forced legislative reform

Leigh Gath in her converted vehicle in Pallaskenry, Co Limerick.

A disability advocate who was issued with a Vat bill of over €23,000 for a modified van said she is “thrilled” to have forced legislative reform so it will never happen again.

Finance Minister Michael McGrath on Tuesday signed regulations establishing a fourth category of reliefs under the Disabled Drivers and Passengers Scheme which financially supports people who need to adapt vehicles.