Mode shift grants review

The Mode Shift Revenue Support (MSRS) and Waterborne Freight Grant (WFG) have remained relatively unchanged since their inception due to adherence to EU state aid rules.

Their upcoming expiry means any new schemes will be introduced under the UK’s new domestic subsidy control regime, the Subsidy Control Act 2022, which offers an opportunity to introduce more flexible policies in line with government priorities.

This review explores the potential for any successor scheme(s) to address any issues and challenges identified. The roles of schemes in achieving environmental benefits will be an important issue in the consideration of what approach to take.

We invite stakeholders, experts and other interested parties to contribute their insights and evidence to inform this process.