The Blue Badge scheme helps you park nearer to your destination if you have a disability. It can take up to 12 weeks to process a Blue Badge application when we have the required documents.
Why is it so hard to get a Blue Badge?
It’s quite difficult to get a Blue Badge because of problems with your arms. You can’t get a badge because of problems with your arms if you only travel as a passenger. You’ll need to: have severe problems with both of your arms.
Can I get a Blue Badge if I get PIP?
You can apply for a Blue Badge and will qualify without further assessment if you receive the qualifying level of benefits, of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
What photo is acceptable for Blue Badge?
You’ll need a recent digital photo showing your head and shoulders. You’ll also need a photo or scan of your: proof of identity (such as a birth certificate, passport or driving licence) proof of address (such as a Council Tax bill or government letter)
What does Blue Badge entitle you to?
A Blue Badge will help you to park close to your destination, either as a passenger or driver. The badge is intended for on-street parking only. Off-street car parks, such as those provided by shopping centres, hospitals or supermarkets are covered by separate rules.
How far can you walk to qualify for a Blue Badge?
This score is awarded to people who cannot walk further than 50 metres safely, repeatedly and to an acceptable standard.
What questions do they ask for a Blue Badge assessment?
Describe how your condition affects your daily life and your mobility. Try to estimate how far you can travel without assistance, how long it takes you to travel this distance and how travelling this distance without assistance makes you feel e.g. if it causes you pain or makes you feel out of breath or dizzy.
What free things can you get with PIP?
List of PIP discounts and other benefits
- Benefit top-ups.
- Council tax discount.
- Blue Badge for parking.
- Increased housing benefit.
- Road tax discount.
- Discounted public transport.
- Toll roads.
- Entertainment discounts.
What disabilities qualifies for PIP?
PIP eligibility
you have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability. you have difficulties doing certain everyday tasks or getting around. you have had these difficulties for at least three months and expect them to last for at least another nine months.
Can you get a Blue Badge for anxiety?
Panic or anxiety attaches (attacks), crying, shouting or ‘freezing’. If you think the person you care for might be eligible for a Blue Badge, you can apply here. For ‘Non-Visible Disabilities’ a health professional who knows the person well will need to give some information.
Can you wear glasses on Blue Badge?
If you are wearing dark lenses, we may require you to provide a new picture without glasses, unless you are registered blind.
Can I take photo on my phone for a Blue Badge?
You can use a digital camera, smartphone or tablet to take a photo of any supporting documents. If you have access to a scanner, you can scan the documents and upload them to your application.
What exemptions do Blue Badge holders get?
If you hold a valid Blue Badge, you’re eligible to register for a 100% discount from the Congestion Charge, even if you don’t own a vehicle or drive. If your vehicle has a disabled road fund licence (tax disc) you will receive the 100% discount automatically, with no need to register.
Do you get free car tax with a Blue Badge?
The Disabled Drivers and Disabled Passengers Scheme provides a range of tax reliefs linked to the purchase and use of specially constructed or adapted vehicles by drivers and passengers with a disability. Under the scheme, you can claim: Remission or repayment of vehicle registration tax (VRT)
Do you pay car tax if you have a Blue Badge?
Many blue badge holders are also eligible for exemption from paying road tax. People who don’t have a blue badge might also be able to get a road tax exemption. You’ll automatically get a refund for any full remaining months of road tax when you apply for exemption.
Does a Blue Badge increase insurance?
Does a Blue Badge affect car insurance? In general, no. But some insurers might offer a discount to Blue Badge holders, as they can park in potentially more secure areas.
Can I get a Blue Badge with arthritis?
You may be eligible for a blue badge, meaning you can park closer to where you need to go. If you claim benefits like Attendance Allowance or Personal Independence Payment, or you have difficulty getting around because of your arthritis, then this will support your application.
What rate of mobility do you need for a Blue Badge?
People who automatically get a Blue Badge
you receive a Personal Independence Payment ( PIP ) because you can’t walk more than 50 metres (a score of 8 points or more under the ‘moving around’ activity of the mobility component)
Can I get mobility allowance if I have a Blue Badge?
However, if you have an allowance which ends before the three-year period ends, your Blue Badge will coincide with this. Alongside Blue Badges, mobility allowance can also be a good way to find yourself perfect Motability deals.
What 3 things should we assess with disability?
There is a growing emphasis on measuring disability in order to 1) estimate the prevalence of disability, 2) identify the needs of people with disabilities, and 3) monitor the inclusion of people with disabilities.
Do Blue Badge holders get reminders?
Will I get a reminder when my Blue Badge is due to expire? Unfortunately, reminders are not sent out for badges that are due to expire. You can renew an existing badge anytime from 12 weeks prior to your badge expiring; this will allow plenty of time for the assessment of your application.