The Blue Badge scheme is for people with severe mobility problems which make them unable or virtually unable to walk or those who are registered blind.
Blue Badges can be considered for people with a diagnosed mental or cognitive disorder, which means they have little or no awareness of danger from traffic.
Blue Badges can be issued to adults, children or to organisations which provide care. They can be used by badge holders who are drivers or travelling as passengers in any vehicle. It is illegal for other people such as friends or relatives to use the badge when the badge holder is not travelling with them.
You can apply for or renew a Blue Badge on the Scottish Government website. Alternatively, you can download a paper application.
If you require further information, you can contact NL Blue Badge Team:
Address: Blue Badge Team, PO Box 19073, Motherwell, ML1 9DP
Telephone: 01698 403160
Email: bluebadges@northlan.gov.uk
Website: www.mygov.scot/apply-blue-badge/how-to-apply-for-a-blue-badge
What is a RADAR key?
- A RADAR Key is a large, silver-coloured skeleton key that opens more than 10,000 locked, disabled toilets in the UK. The RADAR key is part of the National Key Scheme (NKS), giving thousands of people with disabilities and health conditions independent access to locked public toilets around the country. The Radar Key Scheme enables these disabled toilets to be locked to prevent vandalism and misuse, while also being readily available to those who really need them.
How do I get a RADAR key?
- You can buy one online and will find lots of websites that offer them, but they may not be genuine. You can buy the official key through Disability Rights UK or the Blue Badge Company.
- You will also find further information about the RADAR key scheme by visiting https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/radar-keys
To qualify for a disabled parking space, you must:
Have a blue badge, with at least three months before the expiry date
Have a vehicle registered at the address
Have a vehicle that is suitable for your needs
Not have use of a driveway, access or garage at the property, or alternative parking facilities adjacent to your address
You can download the application form here: www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/roads-streetlighting-parking-and-flooding/parking/disabled-parking-spaces
If you require any further information, please email: RoadsDPPP@northlan.gov.uk
