Blue Badge Scheme Frequently Asked Questions.

1. Can I have a blue badge for a temporary condition?
2. Do I automatically receive a new badge when my current one expires?
3. How do I apply for a blue badge?
4. I have two cars, can I have two badges?
5. If I move out of the county do I need to do anything?
6. What is the Blue Badge Scheme?
7. Who is eligible for a Blue Badge?
8. My daughter is under two and has severe asthma. This means that we have to always have a nebuliser nearby in case of an asthma attack. This is quite a bulky machine, which means it can't be carried, could I have a parking badge on her behalf?
   

Answers

1. Q. Can I have a blue badge for a temporary condition?
   A. Badges will be issued for less than the usual three- year period for a shorter-term condition, only if the condition is severe enough to qualify for either the Higher Rate Disability Living Allowance or the War Pensioners Mobility supplement for the period of time the a customer will suffering from the symptoms.
   
   To successfully apply for the badge under these terms you will be expected to provide your award letter from either the DWP or The Service Personnel and Veterans Agency. Your badge will only be valid for the period of time stated on the letter, after that you may re-apply but will be expected to have new and up to date evidence.
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2. Q. Do I automatically receive a new badge when my current one expires?
   A. No, you will need to reapply by completing a new application form before your current one expires.
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3. Q. How do I apply for a blue badge?
   A.You can download the form on the right of this page or visit your local Worcestershire Hub Customer Service Centre or telephone the Contact Centre on 01905 765765 to request one in the post.
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4. Q. I have two cars, can I have two badges?
   A. No, we can only issue one badge per person. The badge should only be displayed when using the parking concessions and not left permanently in the car.
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5. Q. If I move out of the county do I need to do anything?
   A. No, whilst your badge is current you do not need to do anything as this is a national scheme. You should contact the new issuing authority about four weeks before it expires.
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6. Q. What is the Blue Badge Scheme?
   A.The Blue Badge Scheme (formally the Orange Badge Scheme) provides a national arrangement of parking concessions for people with severe walking difficulties who travel either as drivers or passengers.
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7. Q. Who is eligible for a Blue Badge?
   A. Download our guidance notes on the right of this page.
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8. Q. My daughter is under two and has severe asthma. This means that we have to always have a nebuliser nearby in case of an asthma attack. This is quite a bulky machine, which means it can't be carried, could I have a parking badge on her behalf?
   A. Parents of children under three years old can now apply for a Blue Badge on their behalf provided that the child has a condition that requires quick access to bulky equipment that cannot be easily carried or the child has a condition that may necessitate quick access to transport when urgent medical treatment might be required.
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Please note any badge issued under the above criteria will expire on the child's third birthday.

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