Economy
New Subsidy Scheme for Second-Hand Plug-in Cars Deemed 'Fraud-Prone'
The Dutch government acknowledges that its new subsidy scheme for low-income individuals to purchase second-hand plug-in electric vehicles carries significant fraud risks, yet considers them acceptable. The Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) warns that testing individual income rather than household income may allow funds to reach higher-income households, complicating enforcement. The scheme offers subsidies between €4,000 and €6,000 for applicants earning between €12,500 and €35,793 who trade in older polluting cars. Implementation faces challenges due to the RVO's lack of experience with income testing and potential delays in IT system integration with the Tax Administration.
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