Use of Blue Badges

Use of your Blue Badge

• You are responsible for ensuring that you use your badge correctly  Guidance on the correct use of badges is supplied to successful applicants with their new badge
• The badge belongs to the person in whose name it is issued
• The badge must only be displayed in an empty, stationary vehicle.

You cannot use your Blue Badge everywhere

• The scheme does not automatically apply in off street car parks, although many provide designated spaces; this may not apply in certain town centres, where access is limited
• You must not park during the period a ban on loading or unloading is in force, and should look out for yellow stripes on the kerb and refer to the information plates nearby
• You must not park where it could be obstructive or cause a danger for others.
  • You must observe the time limit of three hours parking
  • You must not allow others to use your badge.

Abuse of a Blue Badge could result in it being withdrawn. In addition, it is a criminal offence for a non-disabled person to use a disabled person’s car badge. It is your responsibility to make sure that you are aware of the regulations and use your badge correctly.

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