Urgent questionThursday, 21 May 2026

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if she will make a statement on the Government’s plan for costs for motorists.

Urgent matter raised by an MP

Sir Mel Stride, the Conservative MP for Central Devon, has tabled an urgent question asking the Chancellor to set out the Government's plans to manage costs for motorists. This appears to probe Labour's approach to fuel duty, vehicle taxes, or other charges affecting drivers—a politically sensitive area given widespread concern about the cost of motoring. The urgency suggests either a recent policy announcement or a developing issue the Opposition wishes to challenge publicly.

Motoring costs affect millions of working people and businesses across the country. The question signals Conservative scrutiny of Labour's fiscal stance on road taxes and fuel duty, which are significant revenue sources and touch household budgets widely. The answer will clarify the Government's position on a cost-of-living issue that shapes public perception of economic competence.

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Urgent questions draw responses from across the House — any MP may participate, so we don't show a predicted interest list.

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if she will make a statement on the Government’s plan for costs for motorists.

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