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The Blue Badge scheme provides parking concessions for people with severe mobility problems who have difficulty using public transport.
The badge enables holders to park close to where they need to go. To apply for a badge, contact your local authority (council). Your healthcare professional or a welfare rights adviser may be able to help fill out the application forms. If you live in Scotland, contact the social work department.
For more information, visit direct.gov.uk/disabledpeople.|
There are special badge schemes for people with restricted mobility who live, study or work in areas where the Blue Badge scheme doesn’t apply. In London, there's a green badge for Camden, red for The City, purple for Kensington and Chelsea, and white for Westminster.
There are a few parking bays reserved for these badge holders only – check the signs before parking so you don’t accidentally use these if you only have a Blue Badge. If you think you may be entitled to a special badge for one of these areas, contact the relevant council.
To apply for a badge, contact the Blue Badge Unit on 0300 200 7818 or visit roadsni.gov.uk|
Your healthcare professional or a benefits adviser may be able to help you fill in the application form.
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