Decision details

To formalise the appeals process for members of the public who are refused a Blue Badge in line with the best practice guidance released by the Department for Transport

The Cabinet Member agrees that the published Appeal Procedure for disabled Persons Parking Permits is adopted and all future appeals are dealt with according to the processes contained within.

To ensure equality within the decision making processes it is best practice to have an appeals process. This reassures all applicants that their application will be judged fully and fairly in line with a published policy if rejected at initial assessment.

To not have a formal appeals process

This has been considered and dismissed. Often applicants can find forms confusing and as such provide insufficient or incorrect information which could lead to their application being refused. Allowing the applicant to appeal gives an opportunity to provide more information that they consider relevant.

To not formalise the Appeals Process

This could reduce confidence in the team and the processes and leave the Council open to challenge.