ESSEX residents have shared the challenges they face applying for blue badges as almost half of applications in the past six months are awaiting decisions from the council.

An update on the Blue Badge scheme has been issued for individuals with temporary health conditions. Liberal Democrats MP Will Forster has suggested that those with temporary health conditions could ...

The mother of an autistic child has expressed her frustration after claiming her son's blue badge renewal was denied because she cannot get a form signed. Joanne McCarthy says her 13-year-old son has ...

If you have a physical disability or health condition that affects your ability to walk safely, or have a hidden illness such as dementia, autism or Parkinson's, you may be able to get a Blue Badge to ...

More than 235,700 Blue Badge holders in Scotland may not be aware of a little-known travel boost the permit can unlock. People with a disability living in Scotland may be entitled to free bus journeys ...

Carolyn Thomas MS, Chair of the Senedd’s Petitions Committee, is calling for urgent changes to the Blue Badge application and renewal system to better support people with lifelong conditions. The ...

Blue Badges may receive an update after the Government was urged to make changes to the existing rules surrounding them. Some people on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) could be impacted by the ...

Thousands of motorists across the UK are eligible for a Blue Badge. They enable drivers and passengers to park closer to their destination. Applications can be made individually or on behalf of ...

DWP PIP and DLA claimants are being warned of a £1,000 fine under Blue Badge rule changes. People on Personal Independence Payment and Disability Living Allowance who qualify for the disability ...