If you have a known disability, and you haven’t already then you can register as a disabled person. You do not have to register, but it may help in getting concessions such as reduced fares for public transport.
For more information click link - https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/help-for-people-with-disabilities/registering-as-disabled/
RADAR Keys are the national scheme to allow independent access for disabled people to accessible public toilets.
You can apply for a RADAR key at your local Customer Service Centre. To be eligible for a RADAR key you will have to provide proof that you are disabled by production of one of the following
If you are a parent carer of a child or young person (aged 0 - 19 years old) who needs a RADAR key you can show your Shop and Save card to show eligibility. If you need more information on this, please call the FISH team on (01482) 396469
Please note: If an adult wishes to buy a RADAR key on behalf of someone else they can do so providing they show a proof of eligibility document as mentioned above.
A non-refundable administration charge will also be required of £2.50.
RADAR Keys are run by the National Key Scheme.
For further information on where there are public toilets throughout England that can be accessed by these keys please use the contact details below:
Telephone: 020 7250 818
Our community directory has lots of local and national support that can support you to live an independent life. Use the physical disability filter to find support organisations specifically for people who have a physical disability. The directory also has a list of local groups and activities taking place in and around the East Riding of Yorkshire.
A disabled person’s local travel pass is a free travel pass funded by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council. It offers free local travel on buses and trains. It is available to East Riding residents with specific disabilities. You will be entitled to a free disabled person’s local travel pass if you are registered with East Riding social services and you are:
Please note: severe learning disability refers to people with a permanent organic learning disability which prevents them from living in the community without significant help and support
There are no age restrictions when applying for a free disabled person’s local travel pass other than being of fare-paying age.
For further information please click link - https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/environment/public-transport-travel/travel-passes-and-concessions/disabled-persons-pass
A Blue Badge is a parking permit which allows people with severe mobility issues to park close to where they need to go
Blue Badges can be used by:
You don’t need to be the driver to have a Blue Badge and it can be used in any vehicle you travel in, as long as you display it on the dashboard.
To find out more about the blue badge scheme please click link - https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/environment/roads-streets-traffic-and-parking/parking/blue-badge-parking-permits/individual-blue-badges
