Budget 2027 announcements. Implementation dates vary. · By K Imports

Budget 2027: Transport and adapted vehicle supports

Vehicle Adaptation Scheme, commuter-scheme reviews, road transport supports and infrastructure.

Sources checked 2026-10-07.

Who it affects and when

Audience: Commuters, people needing adapted vehicles, hauliers and transport users.

Timing: 2027 programme and review announcements, plus a two-month RTSS extension in 2026.

Vehicle Adaptation Scheme: A new standalone scheme is announced for people with mobility needs. It does not replace the existing Disabled Drivers and Disabled Passengers Scheme.
Commuter reviews: Cycle to Work and Taxsaver commuter-ticket schemes are to be reviewed. A review is not an announced new allowance or an immediate change in eligibility.
Transport delivery: Funding covers DART, BusConnects, Cork commuter rail, rural services and roads including the Adare Bypass, Galway Ring Road and M28. The Government announces an additional €6 billion of resources for MetroLink over 2027–2030.
Road transport: The Road Transporters Support Scheme is extended by two months in 2026. The extension does not automatically establish a new 2027 payment.

Check the actual adapted-vehicle scheme terms when applications open.
Continue to use current commuter-scheme limits until a reviewed change is formally introduced.
Keep infrastructure funding dates separate from passenger service opening dates.