Overview

• Ministers confirmed over-80s will not get automatic renewals, with all holders required to reapply before badges expire, which typically last three years and cost up to £10 in England and £20 in Scotland, with no charge in Wales.
• Government guidance allows parking on single or double yellow lines for up to three hours where no loading restrictions apply, and drivers must display the badge and a parking clock and wait at least one hour before returning to the same location.
• Misusing a badge, including lending it to others, is a criminal offence that can lead to confiscation and fines of up to £1,000, according to GOV.UK.
• Blue Badges are not valid in certain places such as temporary restrictions, bus or tram lanes, clearways, pedestrian crossings, loading bays, school ‘keep clear’ markings, reserved bays and red routes during operating hours.
• Private car parks may still require payment or registration, and overseas use in many Schengen countries is recognised but subject to local rules that holders should check before travel.