MCI lobby business minister
Added on Monday, February 8th, 2010 by Carole Nash Editor | No Comments
MCI lobby business minister
The MCIA have lobbied business minister Ian Lucas, arguing that motorcycles and scooters need more consideration when drafting legislation on `green’ transport initiatives.
The MCI met Lucas last week, putting forward the case that motorcycles need to be considered for a scrappage scheme similar to cars, plus more a favourable company tax and allowances regimefor electric bikes and scooters. The MCIA also requested inclusion in the government’s automotive council and a fair appraisal of two-wheelers in the VED tax scheme. Unsurprisingly, as an election is looming, Lucas and his departmental advisors promised to engage in constructive dialogue with the MCIA in future.
The MCIA stated the case that the motorcycle industry employs some 62,000 people, and generates over £2.75 billion, with £1 billion contributed in taxes per annum. The MCIA delegation included Tara Glen, Steve Kenward and Craig Carey-Clinch.
Steve Kenward commented that; “The meeting had a very positive outcome. We are looking forward to working with the government to create proper recognition for the motorcycle industry.”
What do you think; can the MCIA persuade this, or any government, to take motorcycles seriously as mass transport in the UK, or are we always going to be second class citizens compared to car drivers? Post your comments here.
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