Young Wigan Man Fined for Blue Badge Fraud
Young Wigan Man Fined for Blue Badge Fraud A 23-year-old Wigan motorist has been handed a hefty fine for attempting to avoid parking fees by using a stolen or fake disabled Blue Badge. Rahman Ali, of Prestt Grove, Worsley Mesnes, appeared before Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court, where he admitted to fraudulently displaying the badge […]
Government to create 16 new disabled parking spaces following criticism
Government to create 16 new disabled parking spaces following criticism The Jersey government has announced plans to introduce 16 new disabled parking spaces in St Helier after facing criticism over the lack of accessible parking for disabled residents. The move comes after concerns were raised by former Deputy Jackie Hilton-Egre, who is also a Blue […]
Redbridge Council is cracking down on Blue Badge cheats through successful court convictions
Redbridge Council is cracking down on Blue Badge cheats through successful court convictions Redbridge Council has issued a stern warning that Blue Badge misuse will not be tolerated in the borough, following a series of successful prosecutions targeting fraudulent users. Last year, the council conducted 42 prosecutions against offenders and carried out hundreds of checks […]
Sheffield woman says Blue Badge scheme should recognise ‘hidden’ disabilities
Sheffield woman says Blue Badge scheme should recognise ‘hidden’ disabilities A Sheffield resident is speaking out about the challenges people with ‘hidden’ disabilities face when applying for a Blue Badge. Louise Cooper, 70, from High Storrs, recently had her application denied and is currently appealing the decision. She applied for the badge due to her […]
Harlington Driver Convicted for Misusing Late Mother’s Blue Badge
Harlington Driver Convicted for Misusing Late Mother’s Blue Badge A Harlington resident has been convicted for illegally using her late mother’s disabled Blue Badge following a council crackdown on parking fraud. Emma Welch, of Westoning Road, was prosecuted at Luton Magistrates’ Court after being caught by council officers during a targeted enforcement operation in May. […]
Two Drivers Convicted for Misusing Disabled Blue Badges in Central Bedfordshire Crackdown
Two Drivers Convicted for Misusing Disabled Blue Badges in Central Bedfordshire Crackdown As part of a targeted crackdown on Blue Badge fraud, two drivers have been convicted at Luton Magistrates’ Court for illegally using disabled parking badges in Central Bedfordshire. The enforcement operation, led by council officers in May, aimed to prevent misuse of the […]
Blue Badge holders notified of York’s Christmas Market arrangements
Blue Badge holders notified of York’s Christmas Market arrangements Temporary Road Closures for Blue Badge Holders During York’s Christmas Market Blue Badge holders are being informed that two key routes into York city centre will be temporarily closed daily from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm during the Christmas market season, running from 14th November to […]
Local Outcry as Disabled Resident Faces Repeated Fines for Parking Near Her Own Home
Local Outcry as Disabled Resident Faces Repeated Fines for Parking Near Her Own Home A disabled woman in Southport has sparked public frustration after receiving multiple £70 fines for parking near her residence. Despite having a Blue Badge, Maria Rodriguez has been penalized for parking on a short strip of double yellow lines close to […]
Wirral dad feels he’s having to fight for Blue Badge
Wirral dad feels he’s having to fight for Blue Badge A dad who feels forced to send videos to “a faceless stranger” said it breaks his heart as he fights to make things easier for his disabled son. Andrew Moyes is trying to get a Blue Badge for his son who has several disabilities but […]
North Somerset Council Takes Action Against Blue Badge Abuse
North Somerset Council Takes Action Against Blue Badge Abuse Since the beginning of 2024, North Somerset Council has stepped up its efforts to tackle misuse of blue badges, taking action against 40 individuals for improper use of these permits. Blue badges are issued to drivers or passengers with disabilities to provide easier access to parking, […]