Under the new rules, a disabled person should be automatically eligible for a blue badge if they receive eight points or more under the “moving around” activity of the mobility component of personal ...

David* had had a blue badge for 30 years but was told by his local council that he no longer qualified because of new DfT rules**. His family took legal action against DfT and his local council ...

A new online tool has been launched to help Blue Badge holders across the UK find a free, designated parking bay - with more than 3.2 million permit holders able to use it ...

7. Out-of-use parking meters If a parking meter is out of service, parking is still not permitted, even with a Blue Badge. These spaces are considered unavailable until the meter is repaired.

A Blue Badge allows you to park for free in disabled parking bays and may exempt you from other parking restrictions - and it's accepted in a number of countries abroad.

I applied to become a Blue Badge tourist guide in London, a move that combined my love of history, a desire to better appreciate the city I’ve lived in for three decades, and the hope of adding ...

To apply for a Blue Badge you will need: Proof of identity Proof of address A recent head and shoulders digital photo Your national insurance number (if you have one) Contact details (phone number ...

Costs for a Blue Badge differ throughout the UK, with prices up to £10 in England, £20 in Scotland and at no charge in Wales. Renewal submissions can be made via the GOV.UK website.

Blue Badge holders could avoid new increases to vehicle tax by making one quick check. On April 1, the standard rate of road tax for cars registered after April 2017 increased from £5 to £195 ...

Disability Blue Badge applicants must have four documents ready before applying - what to know More than 2.8 million people in England have Blue Badges - here's what you need to know before applying.

Changes to road tax are set to come into effect next month, with Blue Badge holders potentially exempt for the fee that can go up £195 a year ...

Money Benefits Blue Badge holders warned of £195 bill risk unless they make urgent tax check Tax is increasing in April depending on when a car was registered and the type of fuel it uses.