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14/07/2023

Are you parking responsibly?
Police Scotland and West Lothian Council are raising awareness of the problems caused by disabled parking bays being used by motorists who do not have a blue badge.

The campaign aims to harness support for the efforts in tackling the widespread problem.

West Lothian Council administers the Blue Badge scheme in West Lothian, but Police Scotland enforce all parking regulations.

The blue badge scheme supports those with a disability to lead independent lives. The badge provides parking concessions for on-street parking, allowing badge holders to park close to where they need to go. Blue Badges can be issued to children, adults and organisations if they provide care. Blue Badges can be used by either the driver of the vehicle or any passenger.

Craig Meek, Executive councillor for community safety said: "People with blue badges have them because they are disabled and we'd urge anyone who is doing this to reflect on their behaviour and think about how they would feel if they were prevented from parking by someone who was parked illegally.

"The Blue Badge Scheme provides a way to help severely disabled people live independent lives by knowing that when they reach their destination, either as a passenger or driver, that they will be able to park near to the venue and therefore have easier access to the services they need to use. Please consider those that are in need of those spaces."

Police Sergeant Lee Brodie of the Community Policing Team said: "Our officers are actively patrolling West Lothian in a coordinated campaign to target motorists without blue-badges who park in designated disabled parking bays. This type of inconsiderate and illegal parking puts already vulnerable motorists at even greater risk and will not be tolerated. If caught this will result in an immediate fine. Please park with consideration for fellow road users."

If anyone feels they meet the criteria for a Blue Badge, should apply online. The criteria for a badge is set by the Scottish Government.

You can find out more and apply here: https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/bluebadge

There's a one-off administration fee of £20 for all successful applications and all replacement badges. Blue Badges are valid for up to three years

22/10/2022

🟢Grapevine Disability Information is pleased to announce free information sessions on Oct 31st, Nov 2nd, and Nov 4th looking at the new Adult Disability Payment (ADP) in Scotland; what it means for existing Personal Independence awards, and how to apply for ADP.

Click below to find out more and book your place today!

📌https://www.lothiancil.org.uk/adult-disability-payment-information-sessions/

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