The Department for Transport said this is the most common forms of Blue Badge misuse

New data shows where drivers are getting caught as experts say it gets worse at this time of year

The Blue Badge scheme allows disabled drivers and passengers to park closer to their destination

People with a Motability Scheme vehicle can benefit from the service for free

A million new badges were handed out last year alone, partly thanks to a 2019 rule change

People with Drive Smart devices have until May 22 to act

Failing to do this 'five minute' task could result in a fine of up to £1,000

The controversial scheme has divided opinion since being announced

Motability has paused its controversial Drive Smart black box tracking system following widespread criticism

Motability rules are undergoing a significant change on July 1

The Blue Badge scheme benefits millions of motorists but some could be missing out

Six groups of people automatically qualify for a Blue Badge while 13 others can get one depending on their condition

New figures have shown a 'significant' proportion of disabled people are losing their vehicles under the Black Box scheme

People who reach pension age do not automatically qualify for one of the disabled parking permits

The Government has responded to a petition signed by more than 40,000 people calling for Motability scheme changes to be scrapped