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Blue Badge Fraud Crackdown in England | Leeds News
England’s crackdown on fake disabled parking permits is heating up, with “Blue Badge enforcers” armed with bodycams and CCTV hunting down fraudsters who misuse the system daily — saving money while denying real mobility needs. The National Agency for Blue Badge Fraud Investigations reports a surge in violations, with confiscated badges jumping from 138 in 2020 to 337 last year. Fines can hit £1,000, and the BBFI is targeting three main offender groups, urging local authorities to ditch spreadsheet-driven decisions and enforce the rules properly. Getting a legitimate badge takes up to 12 weeks…
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