The National Joint Council for Local Government Services has agreed that the rates of car allowances be revised with effect from 1 April 2008, as follows:
Note: The figures below also show the amounts of petrol element and VAT applicable to each Group.
| Essential Users | 451 - 999cc | 1000 - 1199cc | 1200cc - 1450cc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lump sum per annum | £753 | £849 | £1,095 |
| Per mile first 8,500 | 34.0p | 36.9p | 45.8p |
| Per mile after 8,500 | 13.3p | 13.6p | 15.8p |
| Petrol Element | 9.227p | 9.804p | 10.695p |
| Amount of VAT per mile in petrol element | 1.374p | 1.460p | 1.592p |
| Casual Users | 451 - 999cc | 1000 - 1199cc | 1200cc - 1450cc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per mile first 8,500 miles | 42.9p | 46.9p | 58.7p |
| Per mile after 8,500 miles | 13.3p | 13.6p | 15.8p |
| Petrol Element | 9.227p | 9.804p | 10.695p |
| Amount of VAT per mile in petrol element | 1.374p | 1.460p | 1.592p |