This article outlines important tips for Blue Badge holders in Scotland, covering usage, parking restrictions, eligibility criteria, and where to find more information.
Blue Badge holders in Scotland receive a booklet from Transport Scotland when they receive their permit for the first time or a renewal. The ‘rights and responsibilities of a Blue Badge holder in Scotland ’ guide contains essential tips on usage and parking to ensure people use the permit within the parameters of the scheme - and don’t end up with a £1,000 fine.
However, many of the 235,700 Blue Badge holders in Scotland may not have kept this booklet which includes 16 need-to-knows they may not be aware of, whether they are new to the scheme or been a permit holder for a number of years. This could be invaluable over the festive period when roads are busier as people hit the high street or visit family and friends. Tips include using the permit as a driver or passenger, parking restrictions, rules around staying in the car in a disabled parking space and whether other people can use the badge. There are separate rules for off-street car parks including hospitals and supermarkets - look out for the signage in those areas. The Blue Badge enables a vehicle to park in many places where other motorists cannot, such as on-street parking meter spaces, on-street pay-and-display spaces, disabled person’s parking spaces and over single or double yellow lines. Below are 10 essential tips for using a Blue Badge correctly and six parking rules to follow, as a driver or passenger. Full details about using a Blue Badge correctly can be found on the Transport Scotland website. Who might be eligible for a Blue Badge? If you have a physical disability or health condition that affects your ability to walk safely, or have a hidden illness such as dementia, autism or Parkinson's, you may be able to get a Blue Badge to help you park closer to the places you want to go. A Blue Badge costs £20 in Scotland and is valid for three years
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