Written question WQ93734
- Asked by
- Janet Finch-SaundersConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Secretary for Housing, Local Government and Planning
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 2 days
Question
What steps is the Welsh Government taking to make it easier for people with lifelong illnesses and disabilities to re-apply for their blue badge every three years?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Housing, Local Government and Planning
Local authorities are legally responsible for dealing with blue badge applications. Applicants who will permanently meet the eligibility criteria can be awarded a badge on a ‘not for reassessment’ basis, which means that when re-applying in three years’ time they will not need to provide any additional evidence from healthcare professionals, only proof of identity and residency. These are reasonable and proportionate requirements to protect the integrity and robustness of the Blue Badge scheme.