SEND transport schemes and benefits

Blue Badge Scheme

The blue badge scheme provides parking concessions to disabled people with mobility and medical problems.

The blue badge scheme is a national offer and has set criteria, including automatic eligibility if you receive the higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or score above 8 points on the moving around element of Personal independence Payment (PIP).

Since 2019 people with hidden disabilities are also invited to apply, however this is not a condition specific process and further evidence will be required for the local authority to make a decision.

Apply for a blue badge parking permit for disabled people

Disabled person’s bus pass

Disabled people are entitled to a bus pass giving free off-peak travel on local bus services anywhere in England. You can apply for a disabled person's bus pass online.

Disabled person’s railcard

If you have a disability that makes travelling by train difficult, you may qualify for a disabled person's railcard.

Benefits

• Get a third off adult fares for travel on the National Rail network in Great Britain.
• If you are travelling with another adult, they will also get a third off their rail fare, so you can save money for a friend or family member too.
• There are no time restrictions on the railcard, so you can use it to get a discount on tickets at any time of the day.