🚗🔵 Blue Badge Alert: Know Where You Can’t Park! 🔵🚗
Attention Blue Badge holders! While your permit offers fantastic parking privileges, there are 11 spots you need to steer clear of. These locations are off-limits 24/7, and parking there could land you a hefty fine. Here’s the scoop:
1️⃣ Bus, tram, or cycle lanes – your badge doesn’t allow driving in these.
2️⃣ Clearways – stopping is a no-go during operational hours.
3️⃣ Double white lines – even if one is broken, it’s a no-park zone.
4️⃣ Pedestrian crossings & zigzag lines – keep clear.
5️⃣ Reserved spots – like resident or taxi bays.
6️⃣ Kerb markings – one or two yellow lines mean restrictions.
7️⃣ Loading bays – unless signs say it’s okay for badge holders.
8️⃣ School ‘keep clear’ zones – as specified times show.
9️⃣ Suspended meter bays – or when meters aren’t in use.
🔟 Double/single red lines – during their active times.
1️⃣1️⃣ Temporary restrictions – like roadworks or no-waiting signs.
But it’s not all red lights! Blue Badge holders still enjoy these perks:
– Free parking at designated disabled spaces.
– Unlimited free parking at on-street pay-and-display areas.
– Free parking on single/double yellow lines, barring loading restrictions.
– Free and unlimited parking at on-street meters.
🛣️ Who’s eligible for a Blue Badge? Anyone over three years old meeting certain criteria could qualify. This includes those on specific benefits or with conditions making walking or travel a challenge.
👉 Want to apply for a Blue Badge? Head over to GOV.UK for the details. Costs vary, but it’s a small price for such valuable convenience.
Keep this info handy and share it around. Let’s ensure every journey is a smooth one for our incredible Blue Badge community! 🌟