Mobility, Travel and Transport
Information Guides
Using international Disability Parking Permits in Scotland
Travel concessions for disabled people in Scotland
Blue Badges and car parking
Mobility, Travel and Transport:Frequently Asked Questions
Through our helpline we receive enquiries spanning a wide range of different topics. Here is a selection of those most asked:
Can I get a reduction of Vehicle Excise Duty?
If you are disabled you may be entitled to a reduction or exemption of vehicle tax. The vehicle must be registered in your name or a specific driver’s name and must only be used for your personal needs.
You can apply for exemption if you get the:
- higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- Enhanced rate mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- enhanced rate mobility component of Adult Disability Payment – mygov.scot
- War Pensioner’s Mobility Supplement
- Armed Forces Independence Payment
You can get a 50% reduction in vehicle tax if you get the Personal Independence Payment or Adult Disability Payment standard rate mobility component Adult Disability Payment – mygov.scot
You can find out more here Vehicles exempt from vehicle tax – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
How can I get a RADAR key?
The National Key Scheme (NKS), often referred to as RADAR keys, offers disabled people independent access to locked public accessible toilets around the country. You can buy from Disability Rights UK either over the phone or through their website.
You can also purchase RADAR keys through some chemists and online.
For further information see our Accessible Toilets information guide or the Disability Rights UK website.
Call the Disability Information Scotland helpline on: 0300 323 9961
How can I get a disabled parking space outside my house?
If you need a disabled parking space outside your house, contact your council. They will assess your circumstances and may charge for this.
To qualify, you must
- have a current blue badge
- either be the driver of the vehicle or be assisted by a carer who is the driver if they live where the space is needed
- keep the vehicle at the address you give on the application form
- normally have difficulty getting a perking space on the public road.
A disabled parking space can be used by anyone with a blue badge, not just the person who applied for it.
For further information or help searching for your local council’s contact number then please contact our helpline on 0300 323 9961.
For more information on getting a blue badge, check out our Blue Badges Information Guide.
Mobility, Travel and Transport:Search for Local Organisations
Our quick search tool can connect you to over 3000 service providers, suppliers and organisations supporting people across Scotland. To find support near you, simply enter your search term and select your local authority.
| Organisation | Description |
|---|---|
| Circles Network (Glasgow Branch) | Circles Network is based around the key principles of Inclusion and Person Centred Planning approaches |
| CISWO | We are CISWO. The Coal Industry Social Welfare Organisation. We’re a UK-wide charity providing free support to former coal miners and their families. Since 1995, we’ve been working to improve lives and reduce disadvantage in coal mining communities. Ou… |
| City Of Glasgow Disabled Aid Specialists | We are a family run buisness since 1988 providing & specializing is disabled access ramps. We provide Free Estimates & all out Galvanised Ramps are bespoke to each client & manufactured & installed by us. We can apply for Planning Conse… |
| Civil Rights First | “We aim to promote social justice with delivery to everyone in society, through a valued, tailored advice and effective advocacy service.” Civil Rights First aims to provide effective advice to all citizens, where access to justice and money advice is… |
| Clackmannanshire Citizens Advice Bureau | Aims: To ensure that no individuals suffer through ignorance of their rights or an inability to express themselves and to provide impartial, free, independent advice, information and advocacy Services provided: Provide generalist advice and information… |
| ClearVision Project | Aims: To give children and young people a wide range of interesting books which they can share with sighted friends, family and teachers, letting them learn to read more easily. To let braille reading adults share books with sighted children. Services… |
| CleverVA | CleverVA is a virtual assistant agency dedicated to helping stressed-out business owners get on top of their admin and marketing so they have more time to focus on growth and creativity. We specialise in working with neurodivergent entrepreneurs but we… |
| CLIC Sargent | Help for children with cancer and leukaemia and their families |
| Client Action Team Fife | Provide help and support on gaining employment in Fife |
| Clober Farm (Spinal Injuries Scotland) | Description: Fully accessible living accomodation and accessible garden with patio area and raises beds, designed with wheelchair users in mind. Close to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Open all year. Level access throughout Sleeps 6 WiFi internet acces… |
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