To apply contact the Social Work department on 01307 474663 or 474664

The Blue Badge Scheme provides a national arrangement of parking concessions for people with a range of disabilities, travelling either as drivers or passengers. The Badge is free and you can apply if you are:

• registered blind
• receiving the higher rate mobility supplement of disability living allowance
• getting War Pensioner's Mobility Supplement
• have a permanent and substantial disability which causes inability to walk or very considerable difficulty in walking
• have a severe disability in both upper limbs and be unable to turn by hand the steering wheel of a motor vehicle
• use a vehicle supplied by a government department or receive a government grant towards running your own car

It allows you to park close to shops, public buildings and other places you may wish to visit. It also enables youto park free of charge in some areas. A leaflet which is issued with the Blue Badge gives specific details of places where the badge is effective.

If you think you may be eligible to apply for the Blue Badge Scheme contact:

Social Work & Health
Angus Council
Carseview Office
Carseview Road
Forfar
DD8 3BT

Tel: 01307 474663 or 474664
Fax: 01307 4693731