3 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.

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4 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.

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5 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

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7 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

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2 w. ago Blue badge warning issued as common mistake could lead to £1,000 fine

Avoid getting slapped with a hefty fee by brushing up on the rules

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3 w. ago Blue Badge holders beware as these four alerts will get you into serious trouble

Blue Badge holders must abide by a certain number of rules or face major consequences, including a £1,000 fine

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last month Blue Badge holders can park for free in several European countries – full list

If you're living with a physical disability or health condition that impacts your ability to walk safely, you might be eligible for a Blue Badge – and it works in certain parts of Europe

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