51 h. ago People with a temporary health condition could be eligible for a Blue Badge

Councils have the power to provide ‘locally determined parking concessions within their areas’.

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3 d. ago Freddy Brazier sparks outpouring of concern with family issues post and told 'go home'

Fans of Freddy Brazier have been left 'heartbroken' after the 20-year-old shared a concerning post in which he opened up on a number of 'things he hates' including his 'family issues'

Society

3 d. ago Blue Badge update for people on PIP due to move to new disability payment this summer

A letter about the Blue Badge scheme will be issued following the pIP transfer to Adult Disability Payment.

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3 d. ago Experts warn about 'misunderstood' Blue Badge rule that could cost you £1,000

The misuse of a Blue Badge could leave with you with a hefty fine or mean you have the pass taken off you altogether

Events

3 d. ago Harry and Meghan explored changing surname to Spencer amid children’s passport delays

Exclusive: source says couple feared unexplained wait was due to king’s opposition to their children bearing HRH titleThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex explored the idea of changing their family name to Spencer amid repeated delays by British officials to issue passports for their children, the Guardian has been told.The suggestion was a result of “sheer exasperation” and came during a face-to-face meeting between Prince Harry and his uncle Earl Spencer. He was understood to be enthusiastic and supportive of the name change. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago New Blue Badge parking space finder to help millions of people across UK

There are around 63,000 Blue Badge parking spaces for 3.2 million scheme users travelling as a driver or passenger.

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4 d. ago For every disabled parking bay there are 52 Blue Badge holders as oversubscribed scheme is rife with fraud and abuse

Demand for permits continues to rise with the rate of new applications increasing by 31% between 2022 and 2024. And instances of Blue Badge fraud are up 1,000% since 2016.

Events

5 d. ago New Blue Badge parking warning to over three million users across the UK

There are currently over 3.2 million Blue Badge holders in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Events

6 d. ago Mum reveals 'no spend' weekends and Blue Peter badge hack for free family days out

Natalie Smith might be a self-confessed scrooge, but it means she's able to take her kids on countless family holidays without spending a fortune. Here's how she does it...

Politics

6 d. ago UK Blue Badge holders issued 'never assume' warning over parking in 7 places

Although the Blue Badge scheme does provide parking concessions to help disabled people get closer to their destinations, it doesn't permit them right to park anywhere

Events

7 d. ago Drivers warned over blue badge 'misuse' as authorities vow it 'cannot continue'

The British Parking Association has said "we cannot continue to ignore this issue" after figures show blue badge misuse and fraud has soared by more than 1,000% since 2016

Events

7 d. ago You can't park there, mate! Facebook page tries to humiliate driver for parking his £160K Lamborghini in a disabled spot... but motorist has the ultimate clapback

A Facebook page that regularly shares local news from Torquay, Devon posted an image of a grey Lamborghini wonkily parked in what appeared to be a Blue Badge designated spot.

Economics

8 d. ago Former WWE star says issues with Triple H are 'personal' and 'nothing to do with race'

EXCLUSIVE: MVP previously criticised the way Triple H books black wrestlers, but told the Daily Star his issues with the main honcho are personal and 'nothing to do with race'

Politics

8 d. ago Gardeners issued lavender pruning warning and told to leave one part alone

Lavender is a staple in gardens across Britain, but by doing this one simple and common mistake while pruning, you could be stopping your plant from ever growing back

Events

8 d. ago The four precautions Blue Badge holders must take when parking to avoid £130 fine

Experts say that, contrary to popular belief, the blue badge scheme does not allow drivers to park anywhere

Economics

8 d. ago Four tips for home care, from vacuuming your mattress to cleaning your dishwasher?

I tried some of the advice from Kyshawn Lane of the wildly popular Instagram account Weekly Home CheckBuy an exclusive print from our Well Actually seriesI am fairly tidy. I stay on top of vacuuming and laundry; I wipe down counters and sinks. But when it comes to appliances and structural issues at home, I don’t know a thing. If you told me my AC was run by a family of small penguins who blow cold air through the vents, I probably wouldn’t believe you, but nor would I have a better explanation.Enter: Kyshawn Lane, the man behind the wildly popular Instagram account Weekly Home Check. Every week, Lane posts videos about how to care for your home and the things in it. In a calm, encouraging voice, he demonstrates how to weather-strip your doors or label your electrical circuit breaker box. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Love Island's Gabby Allen issues health update after being told she'll never walk again

Love Island winner Gabby Allen appeared on This Morning to open up with her scoliosis battle and shared a health update with hosts Rochelle Humes and Craig Doyle

Politics

1 week ago Iceland issues urgent recall on bread rolls after customers told ‘do not eat’

Supermarket warns of allergy risk that could trigger symptoms such as diarrhoea and stomach pain

Economics

1 week ago Best Blue Badge renewal tip to ensure permit is always valid for drivers or passengers

A little-known Blue Badge process to give millions of scheme users peace of mind.

Politics

2 w. ago PIP claimant with gunshot wounds 'shows inconsistency of DWP's rigid' system

EXCLUSIVE: Disability expert James Merrell supported the claimant through their second application after their first was rejected despite their mobility being impacted

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