Definitions of inability to walk

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For the purpose of applying for a Blue Badge, these are the definitions of inability to walk.

• Unable to walk

Unable to take a step as a result of a permanent and substantial disability. Or for a temporary badge, unable to take a step as a result of a temporary and substantial disability which will last for at least 12 months.

• Virtually unable to walk

Unable to walk very far without experiencing severe difficulty as a result of a permanent and substantial disability. Or for a temporary badge, unable to walk very far without experiencing severe difficulty as a result of a result of a temporary and substantial disability which will last for at least 12 months.