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Hi, I'm Layla90! Need help with appealing a parking ticket despite having a blue badge.
Hi All, My mum used to care for a lady who had dementia and has now sadly passed away. Whilst on a trip to the retail park to collect something for her, my mum parked in a disabled bay, clearly displaying the ladies disabled badge which was double checked as my mum walked away. Unfortunately the lady the did not like her…
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Problems applying for blue badge online
Filled out online form for blue badge. Been successful for the past 6 years. Turned down due to the way online application is set out. Rang council and requested us to go in to the town centre. I explained online form not set up to input more details. So I was told make an appointment. Tried to explain been in isolation by…
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Need disability driving instructor on own car
My son has mild left hemiplegia and has restricted movements in his left hand and left leg. He has a driving license but has not driven much. He has a car which is fitted with lollypop grip. We are looking for a driving instructor near Ruislip (HA4) who can give him lessons on his car. Would highly appreciate any…
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How do I get a blue badge nd bus pass
Hi everyone yes it’s very hard atm iv got mental health issues nd my pip runs out in October this year 2021 nd I’m allready wrorring about now it’s a night mare this money is my livelihood has anyone any idea when I will receive my new claim with all ov this cob 19 do you think it will be later than my end date October…
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Blue badge nd buss pass
Could anyone tell me how I go about getting a blue badge nd buss pass if I get a blue badge nd buss pass will the pip people no iv got them as I don’t like to think I drive nd get busses as I think it’s goes against when you fill your pip forms in thanks
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Hi, my name is GlennGibbons! Does anyone know why my Audi is tapping?
Hi any one no why my Audi is tapping a3 20.turbo it still goes ok then it taps
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Have you been denied a Blue Badge for your hidden impairment?
A journalist is looking to speak to a person with a hidden impairment who has applied for a Blue Badge, but was denied it. He would like to know how this has impacted your life, and hear about your Blue Badge story. If this is something you've experienced, and you're interested in sharing your story, please send an email…
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Have you travelled with an assistance dog? Tell the Department for Transport about your experiences
The Government want to ensure disabled people have the same access to transport as everyone else and for them to travel confidently, easily and without extra cost. If you use an assistance dog, or have done so in the last year, we’d love for you to share your experiences by completing the survey. The survey will take…
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Has anyone given back their car early?
I used to work for BCA and I spent all day picking up Motab cars for end of lease or stopped allowance. But I never went to someone who just wanted to surrender their car. Well that person is now me.. I have had a relationship breakdown so bad I feel my only choice is to leave where I am. I have no family and no savings…
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Blue badge & Brexit
I am assuming that after December 31st this year the blue parking badge will no longer cover UK citizens in other European countries?In which case it is likely to be a different scenario in different countries; some may accept it and some may not. Is there any guidance on this anywhere? or like many things re Brexit, it…
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Blue badge
Morning all, I applied for a blue badge last week for my mother & it was approved & I paid for it on Friday. They said it will come within 10 days but does anybody know how accurate the 10 days is ? I’m hoping it comes before Saturday so I can take my mum out I usually park in a normal space out of the way but need a blue…
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Hi, im deo! What is the DWP contact number to get a PIP award letter?
I want to contact DWP/PIP for an up-to-date letter for renewing my Blue Badge. I am finding it difficult. There is no clear cut number where I can contact them. Can someone help me?
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Phone Assessment
Anyone got any tips about the phone assessment for hidden disabilities. I have one on monday - not sure how it is going to work as I have got severe hearing loss :) lol could be funny x
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Hi, my name is yeend! Am I eligible for a Blue Badge?
Hi can you please advise if a blue badge should be made available to me , I have cerebral palsy with spastic diplegia. i am now 60 years old and finding life a little tough to get around .
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Council has REMOVED ALL ELEVEN DISABLED BAYS without consultation - seeking advice
Hello everyone, My local council Hart.Gov.UK has removed all 11 disabled bays along Fleet Road (main shopping district) and also all 4 bus stops and relocated a long walk away. I am seeking advice on how this can be challenged. Many people who used these parking bays and bus routes are now not able to visit the shops. Hope…
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Disabled Parking bay regulation length (on street adjacent and parallel to kerb)
Hi all A while ago I applied to my local authority for a designated disabled bay to be installed outside my house. Parking is difficult and there have been times when I've had to park in a different street. At first the local authority said it could not be done due to a lack of funding. Then later they decided that they…
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Can’t find my PIP letter to update my blue badge
Hi I can’t find my pip letter to update my blue badge any idea what I can do? Need to find my mobility score. Help!!
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I can't get adaptions for my disability
Hi, I broke my back several years ago, or should I say a surgeon messed up, which led to my back breaking. Anyway, my condition is a bit odd. I have struggled to sit for 17 years, since my surgery 10 years ago I only sit to eat and do short drives. To be able to walk other than the downstairs of my house and garden…
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Young carer and learning to drive
Hi my name is Vanna I am 19 yrs old and live near Manchester . Here is my question Both my father and my brother are disabled my father has a Motability car and is the only one of us that can drive. Over the last 6 months during Covid both of them have been shielding and I have become the primary Carer for the family,…
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powered tricycle attachment with manual wheelchair - WAV options?
Hi, I was wondering if anyonehas any ideas on adaptations that would allow me to get a powered tricycle attachment with a manual wheelchair into & out of a vehicle? (I can't manage lifting it in & out & detatching & reattaching it as much as I'd need to) I thought if there was a powered ramp & tailgate, that I would be…
