Blue Badge

Hi Julie

Unfortunately, you don't automatically qualify for a Blue Badge - but I think their reasoning is utterly stupid. I would respond with something along the lines of :

"I am writing to formally challenge the decision to reject my application for a Blue Badge.

Under the PIP scheme I was awarded 12 points for “planning and following a journey,” because the assessors acknowledged that I am at significant risk due to unpredictable seizures and I never leave the house alone. I know this does not automatically give me the right to a Blue Badge. However, in my view it is illogical and unjust to deny me a Blue Badge on the grounds that having a seizure next to a shop is no different than having one at a bus stop. This reasoning completely ignores the real-world safety implications that I have from my condition, which means I cannot travel alone and do not use public transport, precisely because of the risks involved. (put in what you experience - and the further you are from safety - eg your car - this makes you vulnerable)

According to the government “The aim of the scheme is to help people with severe mobility problems caused by visible and non-visible (‘hidden’) disabilities to access goods and services, by allowing them to park close to their destination.” It seems I am being punished by the local authority for not using public transport despite being at serious risk of harm whenever I have to leave the house, walk any distance or navigate public spaces.

I urge you to review this decision. "

I can't say that this will make any difference, but this is the argument I would use.

BIS