Should I appeal BB refusal ?

Hiya Forum

I cant remember if i have shared and asked about this issue on here before .... apologies if i have duplicated

I've searched in the forum to find answers but its not easy to filter through and find matches

here i am hoping for your thoughts ....

I have applied for blue badge for my son twice . both applications have been refused .

I applied for a blue badge twice for my son , after his epilepsy diagnosis. Both applns were refused. The only option atm , while waiting for PIP review and appeal responses , is to write to the authority to review the decision.

the context:

2024 PIP award inc 12 pts mobility component for Planning and moving around , based on descriptor (F) 'cannot follow the route of a familiar journey without another person, assistance dog or an orientation aid.'
nil pts for moving around

First BB refusal was in Nov 23, before we had the PIP decision in Mar 24/MR in Jun24. The 6 month window to request a BB review the had lapsed by then.

Second BB refusal in Jun25. No change in PIP atm. But mobility has changed due to sciatica

Reason for refusal the first time was that he didn't meet the hidden disability criteria or prescribed medicines for pain from walking , or psychological distress

Reason for refusal the second time was that we had said he could walk a short distance, despite the pain and distress can take over, but it varies.

My brother is epileptic and has a BB, although lives in another borough. He had BB before PIP award. So i am confused about the refusals in our case.

i feel i am missing something in my understanding re hidden disabilities - should i ask for a review ?

Your thoughts ?