Issue details

Reason for the decision

Feeback was received from a number of members of the public that it was unfair that the Restricted Mobility Parking Permit was unavailable to over 65-year-olds who received Attendance Allowance but none of the current eligibility allowances. Under 65-year-olds can receive Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Allowance, however this is removed at 65 years old and replaced by Attendance Allowance.

Research into the eligibility requirements for Attendance Allowance was undertaken and this showed that we could be discriminating those over 65 in the current policy. A discussion was held between Parking and Customer Services (who manage the Blue Badge scheme on behalf of Parking Services), and it was agreed that Attendance Allowance should be added as eligibility evidence for a Restricted Mobility Permit.

Alternative Options considered and rejected

None

Consultees

James Palfrey-Kay, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer

Budget Implications

It is believed that the budget implication will be minimal as only a few people have requested Attendance Allowance be added to the eligibility criteria, thus we should not see a large increase in take up of the permit.

Legal Implications

None

Any Conflict of Interest?

None

Reference Documents

Blue Badge car park policy v1.2

Blue Badge equality impact assessment