Parking fine for couple fraudulently using father-in-law’s Blue Badge on football matchday
A couple from Haringey, North London, have been fined for fraudulently using a relative’s Blue Badge to park near Tottenham Hotspur’s stadium during a football match. They used a badge belonging to the husband’s father-in-law, who was not present at the event. The badge had been reported as lost, but council officials discovered it being used in a vehicle parked near the stadium. The couple attempted to evade consequences by providing false information to the council, compounding their offense. At Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court, both pleaded guilty; the husband was fined £212, and the wife £573. Haringey Councillor Seema Chandwani condemned the misuse, emphasizing the council’s commitment to enforcing Blue Badge regulations to protect the rights of genuine holders.
This case highlights the serious legal consequences of misusing Blue Badges, which are intended to assist individuals with significant mobility challenges. Unauthorized use undermines the scheme’s integrity and can lead to substantial fines and criminal records.