Blue Badge use and misuse
Blue Badge use and misuse
We only give Blue Badges in the name of the person who is eligible – not their relatives or carers.
Proper use of a Blue Badge
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You must be a passenger or driver of the vehicle at all times when a Blue Badge is displayed
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You can’t use your badge if you remain in the vehicle while an able-bodied passenger leaves the vehicle
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You mustn’t let anyone else use your badge including carers carrying out business on your behalf
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You can’t use your badge when it is out of date, or when the information on it is wrong or faded
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You can’t allow anyone else to reproduce your badge
You must show the Blue Badge:
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on the dashboard
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on the side with the wheelchair symbol and expiry date
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with appropriate times on the clock
Always remove the Blue Badge when you are not using it. (blue banner with information symbol)
Misuse of a Blue Badge
Misuse includes allowing other people to use it or continuing to use it when your disability improves.
Misuse of a Blue Badge is a criminal offence, which can carry a fine of up to £1,000. (red banner with exclamation mark)
If you think a badge is being misused inform us by email at blue.badges@thurrock.gov.uk or via the form on Fraud report - Thurrock Council