Drivers warned of £1,000 fine for Blue Badge misuse this half term

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 11:02 · Archive

Drivers who misuse Blue Badges or park in disabled bays without valid badges face prosecution and fines up to £1,000.

Blue Badge holders have been warned they could face prosecution and a fine of up to £1,000 as families head out during October half term. Motorists who park in disabled bays without displaying a valid Blue Badge can face a £70 penalty charge in England, reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days.

Mobility specialists Muick Sandy are urging drivers to think twice before using accessible parking spaces they are not entitled to occupy. Under the Blue Badge scheme, badges are issued for the benefit of the individual holder and should only be used when that person is travelling in the vehicle, either as the driver or a passenger, or when they are being collected or dropped off.

Using somebody else's Blue Badge to obtain parking concessions when the holder is not travelling with you is a criminal offence. Ben Kenny, Director at Muick Sandy, said accessible parking is often essential for people with limited mobility to visit destinations safely and independently. The company warns that with shopping centres and family attractions expected to be busier during school holidays, taking a disabled space could prevent someone with limited mobility from visiting safely.

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• Drivers face £1,000 fine warning over Blue Badge misuse this half termDrivers could face prosecution and a £1,000 fine for Blue Badge misuse. Here are six disabled parking rules to know during October half term.Malvern Gazette · 22 Oct, 10:50
• Drivers face £1,000 fine warning over Blue Badge misuse this half termDrivers could face prosecution and a £1,000 fine for Blue Badge misuse. Here are six disabled parking rules to know during October half term.Worcester News · 22 Oct, 10:50

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