1 hour ago New DWP disability benefits changes could impact Blue Badge holders or people with free bus pass

The DWP was unable to confirm if the changes to PIP might impact other UK Government departments.

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27 h. ago Blue Badge warning as government says disabled parking badge must be returned after it expires

The eligibility criteria for a Blue Badge was extended in 2019 to include individuals with non-visible disabilities

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49 h. ago New Blue Badge warning to millions of people using the parking scheme

More than 2.8 million people across Great Britain own a Blue Badge, including 236,000 in Scotland.

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66 h. ago My son has a brain tumour, severe epilepsy and cannot leave the house alone...but the council rejected his application for a blue badge because 'he can walk'

Max Pearce, 18, has an aggressive brain tumour in 2017 and suffers with severe epileptic fits and short-term memory loss - yet Barnet Council has rejected his blue badge application.

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5 d. ago Tourist vows 'I won't come back' after 'tiny' parking bay sees him hit with fine

Motorists have raised concerns over the size of parking bays on the Esplanade in Paignton, Devon, with one driver vowing 'I will not be returning' following a fine

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5 d. ago Blue Badge warning as changes to road tax come into force in April

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

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5 d. ago Essential guide for Blue Badge users: where you can't park, risking fines even with a permit

The Blue Badge allows motorists to park in places where other drivers are banned from stopping - but there are 11 places where permit holders are not allowed to park at any time

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5 d. ago Hospital patient with Blue Badge hit with parking fine after failing to find space

Gwynfor Griffiths accused council parking officials of 'profiteering from sick people'

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6 d. ago Motorists given DVLA number plate warning after March change

The DVLA has strict rules on number plates which motorists must adhere to - or risk a £1,000 fine and an automatic MOT failure

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6 d. ago Drivers warned to arrange a 'very important' test or face £1,000 fine

The DVLA has warned drivers that they could face a hefty fine and penalty points if they fail to arrange a particular test which is 'very important' for road users

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8 d. ago Furious residents hit out at new railway station with NO car park in extreme eco

Cambridge South station at the city's Biomedical Campus is expected to open in early 2026 and has been criticised by local residents and both motoring and cycling groups.

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8 d. ago Helicopter crash kills three including 'heroes' who were taking patient to hospital

The helicopter was returning to Columbus from a patient transport when it crashed in Madison County at around 12:30 pm (local time) killing everyone on board

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8 d. ago Liam Gallagher 'risks £4,000 fine if he fails to turn up to face the mother of his love child in court'

The Oasis star, 52, has been told he must attend a hearing on April 16 after American journalist Liza Ghorbani filed for an increase in child support payments ahead of the band's reunion tour.

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8 d. ago JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We try out the luxury Ford Ranger Platinum pick

The Ranger is a huge success for the Blue Oval badge in the UK and Europe thanks to its great looks and ability to get any job done.

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9 d. ago People with a Blue Badge urged to claim £195 as rule change could catch people out

A change to road tax is set to come into effect from next month - but Blue Badge holders could be exempt from the fee, which can cost up to £195 a year

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1 week ago Blue Badge update for people on PIP due to move to new disability payment this year

An important letter about the Blue Badge scheme will be issued following the move to Adult Disability Payment.

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1 week ago Tyson Fury hit with parking ticket after sticking £180,000 car in disabled bay

Tyson Fury is enjoying his retirement after hanging up his gloves but has been hit in the pocket after parking his £180,000 Range Rover in a disabled space

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1 week ago I was charged £1,000 by my broadband provider after I failed to read the fine print

What 54-year-old Joanne Batty thought would be a £65 job turned into a hefty fix as she came to the end of a two-year broadband and landline phone contract.

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1 week ago Blue Badge holders could face £195 tax bill in April unless they claim exemption

There is a major change to road tax on the way next month which could affect Blue Badge holders across the United Kingdom

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1 week ago 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. Blue Badge holders are being urged to check their vehicle tax exemptions

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