Blue Badge parking permits allow their holders to park closer to their destination making it easier for them to get out and about

Almost three million people rely on a key parking aid to help them get around . Latest figures show rising numbers of Blue Badge holders, giving them parking concessions which mean they can park nearer to their destinations, in disabled bays and often on double yellow lines.

As of March 31, 2024, England had 2.84 million Blue Badges in use - a 10% increase on the previous year, meaning 4.9% of the population now holds one of these permits. However, holders may not know the permits have an expiry date.

They are valid for three years before needing to be renewed. However this isn't automatic with holders having to submit a fresh application to continue usi

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