Using your Blue Badge

Terms and conditions of use

Guidance from the Department for Transport explains the responsibilities of badge holders, including who can use the badge, how to display it and where you can use it Blue Badge scheme: rights and responsibilities in England – GOV.UK

Your Blue Badge remains the property of the council. If it is misused or obtained falsely we will withdraw it.

It is a criminal offence to misuse a Blue Badge and could lead to a fine. Report misuse of a Blue Badge.

Updating your details

You must advise us of any change to your address or personal details. Phone or email us by using the contact details on this page.

Lost, stolen or damaged badge

If your Blue Badge is lost, stolen or damaged we can issue a replacement for £10.

You can request a replacement and pay by calling our contact centre on 01454 868004 or visiting one of our One Stop Shops

All payments must be made by debit or credit card.

When to return your Blue Badge

You must return the badge to us by law if:

• the badge has expired
• your medical condition or mobility improves and you are no longer eligible
• a replacement badge has been issued for one that is lost or stolen and the original is found – then the original badge must be returned
• the badge becomes damaged or faded and is illegible
• the badge is no longer required

Return it securely to us using the contact details on this page.