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Local councils can issue blue badges which allow parking in disabled bays in car parks, and free parking in pay and display car parks. These can be issued for mobility reasons, but also if a child poses a risk in traffic.  Mobility badges are issued for severe mobility problems or are registered blind. Risk in traffic badges may

Is a website and app which lists where accessible toilets can be found.  You can filter by the facility type, such as a supermarket, cafe or school, and the venue listing will then detail what facilities they have available such as hoists, accessible showers etc.  Their website is: https://www.changing-places.org/  PAMIS provide a pamiloo which can be hired by event organisers in order to provide fully accessible toileting facilities, particularly for

The National Key Scheme (NKS), often referred to as RADAR keys, offers disabled people independent access to locked public accessible toilets around the country.  The newer style RADAR keys have a blue heart fob to make it easier to turn and is also a lighter key. An electronically operated door system is due to be introduced to assist those who cannot use a

All airports offer special assistance desks which can help you from the car park to the plane (if you need mobility assistance), or to get through the priority security queue. Your travel agent can request this for you, but it’s also worth contacting the airport yourself and making sure you are booked in for your flight date. You should also make your

The sunflower lanyard is used to signal that the person wearing it has a hidden disability, and as a result may need extra support, assistance, or extra time (such as when getting on a bus or train). It may be useful to wear one in a new or busy place, such as an airport or attending a

Access Card  Costs £15 for 3 years  Can be used to signify a disability, and as a result receive priority passes at theme parks to reduce queueing time. The card shows a photo ID and translates a persons disability or impairment into symbols, effectively highlighting the barriers they face and the reasonable adjustments they might need. As an example,

The sections below have been compiled using tips from parents on things they have found helpful when travelling. For any application, such as an access card, it can take several weeks for an application to be processed so it’s recommended to apply for these as early as possible. Venues that offer queue jumping for rides only have a certain