20 h. ago DWP confirms group that aren't eligible for Winter Fuel Payment under new rules

The government announced a u-turn on the eligibility for Winter Fuel Payments yesterday, with over three quarters of pensioners set to receive the payments this winter

Economics

24 h. ago Blue Badge update for people making a new claim for parking permit this summer

Local councils across Great Britain issue Blue Badges to people for up to three years.

Politics

32 h. ago Blue Badge eligibility for DWP claimants: Check if you meet these 6 automatic qualification criteria

The Blue Badge scheme offers a range of parking benefits for those with disabilities and health conditions. However, many drivers may not realise that some people qualify automatically for a badge

Politics

45 h. ago Are you automatically entitled to a Blue Badge? See the full list and how to apply

Some motorists are able to get a Blue Badge for parking but many might not realise

Politics

49 h. ago UK state pensioners eligible for extra £441 monthly with DWP Attendance Allowance

The DWP Attendance Allowance is a benefit that can give you extra money each month if you have a long-term physical or mental condition or disability - and it doesn't matter what your condition is

Economics

50 h. ago People who can automatically get Blue Badge and won't need to pay

Blue Badges can be a lifeline for people with disabilities and health conditions. But many motorists may not be aware that some people automatically qualify for a badge

Politics

3 d. ago Who will be eligible for DWP winter fuel payments this winter after government U

Full list of those eligible for the Winter Fuel Allowance under new government u-turn surrounding payments

Politics

3 d. ago DWP ‘considering’ how proposed PIP eligibility changes will affect claimants over state Pension age

Reforms to PIP eligibility and assessments are due to start from November next year.

Politics

3 d. ago Full list of people who can automatically get a Blue Badge and how to apply

Many people aren't aware that they are automatically eligible to qualify for a Blue Badge - this is all you need to know

Politics

6 d. ago Full list of people eligible for free bus pass under new DWP rules

Full list of people eligible for a free bus pass in England - including under the disabled concessionary travel scheme

Politics

6 d. 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’.

Politics

7 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.

Politics

7 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

8 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.

Politics

8 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

9 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

1 week 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

1 week 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

1 week 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

1 week 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