At the same time they are developing a 5k loan against getting a rediculous electric car.
the government has lost the plot and is out to try and win votes, not save the world
Scrappage isn't a bad idea, its only an extension of many dealers that will give you 1k off in exchange for your MOT failure, no matter what the condition.
Personally, if I was getting a new car, it won't be a 40kplus one on my salary, so anything I can put towards it is a bonus, and if that is a guaranteed 2k, rather than haggling with a dealer for £1300 ish for my 8, then yes I would take advantage.
I am not condeming my 8 to the grave, but its something for nothing at the end of the day, unless the car market miraculously recovers and my 8 is worth more than a decent LCD TV!