Millions of UK drivers could claim more for mileage expenses under major review
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Millions of drivers may soon claim more for mileage expenses, as the government launches a “workers-first” review. Treasury minister Dan Tomlinson stated the 45p-per-mile rate review was “well overdue”. Unchanged since 2011, he acknowledged this stagnation had increased “the cost of working”. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the review this month, with the Treasury offering further details. The government intends to consult workers facing rising motoring costs during the process. Exchequer Secretary Mr Tomlinson said: “Millions of working people rely on their car to do their job. “But mileage rates have been unchanged since 2011 and that’s increased the cost of working. A review is well overdue. “Keeping prices down at the pump is an important way we can help people with the cost of living which is why fuel duty is already frozen.” Treasury minister Dan Tomlinson said a review of the 45p-per-mile rate was …
