§ Mr. Beithasked the Secretary of State for Transport why a charge is levied for disabled persons' motor vehicle badges; and whether the charge is uniform throughout the country.
§ Mr. HoramThe charge is at the discretion of local authorities and is at the maximum permitted rate of £1 in three 449W cases and 50p in one case. Other authorities make no charge. It is intended to cover the cost of the badge and administrative expenses.