Thanks for info Alex. Although it’s a disappointing situation , 52% of uk voted to be a 3rd country and as a consequence we have unfortunately lost a lot of EU benefits. Brexit is a total disaster in my opinion.
I think this is understandable. We're not part of the EU plus the criteria for a blue badge/disabled permit in Spain could be much harder to get. If people from other countries were taking up disabled spaces I'm sure British people would have a problem with it. You see these complaints on social media
What I should have mentioned and what's in my website article is that agreements have been easily reached already with countries not in the EU such as Japan or Canada. Not sure who is at fault here. Spain or the UK
We were in Mallorca for 2 Weeks in May. We never had any problems displaying our disabled badge. We used it in many places. This makes me really sad. I really hope it will change before we come back next year ☹️
One solution is for Great Britain to apply for membership in the EU, then you get to take part in the benefits that exist if you are part of the community. A bit naughty now, but was it so wise to get out? 😊
This is exactly what people wanted. No perks outside the club. If someone is dissapointed can complain to Boris or Nigel. I've never heard them saying anything about protecting badges.
ANY parking charge notices need to be received within 14 days. Any later, you write back to the parking company saying that you dispute on the 14 day rule. The poor old man had his notice at 6 months & shouldn’t have paid.
What terrible confusion, but surely it can't be for individual parking officers/policemen to decide who can & can't park in disabled bays. Well done on fighting this & trying to get some clarity. 😮
Thank you Alex for this video. We are a family with disabled travellers coming over in September. Very worried about this situation and just hope it changes.
Sadly, regarding the blue badge for parking it is very unlikely it will change. Saying that, most parking inspectors turn a blind eye, but there was one ruthless, jobsworth parking inspector in Puerto Pollensa who was handing out fines which was very sad to hear.
You can use your badge in a British registered car if you’re a visitor. I bet they were residents in a Spanish car using a British blue badge. Never had any issue in mainland Spain. Had our badge checked last week no problem.
Well, british and also other Non-Eu law ist not accepted in Spain and other EU-countries. BUT for me it’s a question of humanity. The spanish or balearic authorities should be able to fix easily such questions. I hope they do so.
Very useful information Alex, lots of things we have lost, you need the correct paperwork now from UK to work in EU as well, i was one of the ones who voted to stay in, thanks again Alex . 🌞👏👏
Interesting. The other day, my (Spanish) husband here in Canada said I should advocate for an international disability sticker. I believe he said it half in jest (or did he? You never know with him😮). I don't drive, but use a walker, and we have a disability sticker for parking purposes. Could it not be the same as an international driver's license? As I stated, I don't drive, so I don't know about international driver's license.
I believe there is an agreement with Spain and Canada in that you can use your disabled badge here. Have a look at my article, and then double check there hasn't been any update.
There's an EU parking card for people with disabilities. This is enough for the 450 million EU citizens. Building up an additional system sounds a little bit complicated. Who would for example control that the parking permission is granted with the similar rules as it's done in the EU?
Very good information Alex, you are a sleuth. I wonder what the rules are for Spanish disabled drivers in England? Can they use their badges in England. Thanks Alex.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun I won't dream of using it. I have respect for the laws and regulations of other countries. They left the EU. There may be benefits, I can't speak to that, but also consequences.
British Laws? I'm talking about the universal right for fair treatment for disabled tourists when they come on holiday. Regardless of where they are from. Lots of agreements are in place with other countries.
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun As you know full well, there is no such alleged universal right. You just made it up. Moreover, disabled "expats" are free to apply for a Spanish badge, which is perfectly fair and reasonable. Also, it's rather rich for a Brit to invoke universal rights that don't exist, while their own government gives the proverbial toss about universal rights enshrined in international law, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Happy holidays, hypocrites
Why should any other 3rd country badge be valid in the EU? Probably a Russian or Ruandan disability sign wouldn't work there either. Do you think that UK should have a special treatment again? UK is not in the EU any more. Very simply. UK status is like Morocco, Ruanda or India. It's not discrimination, It's one of the Brexit benefits. People voted for this as well.
Thanks for this unfortunate information, Alex. This means that on the holiday that I’ve been looking forward to all year, we won’t be able to see any more of the island, other than resorts very close by Puerto Pollensa. Taking public transport to other areas of the island isn’t possible for me as I need to be able to leave at very short notice, I can’t stick to bus/train timetables. I agree with some of the other comments, this is so petty. Some comments here allude to Brexit, along the lines of - British people voted for it, so they should put up and shut up. A couple of points here, almost half the result of the Brexit referendum was in favour of staying (including me), it was very very close. In the UK, disabled travellers from the EU are still able to use their disabled parking badges - from the UK Gov website; “The UK has informally agreed to continue the mutual recognition of the EU disabled parking card for visitors to the UK.” I have always felt welcomed in Mallorca, the Mallorcans are friendly and helpful, by and large, but from the Spanish government this is equivalent to putting up a big sign saying “Disabled British Travellers - Go Home!”, in every resort, every place of interest, every beach …. Once again, thanks Alex for highlighting this issue.
I’m so sorry to hear this and exactly right . Fining disabled travellers is the lowest of the low. And don’t get me going on Brexit. It’s now down to the politicians to negotiate but I’m not holding my breath on that one.
Remember when they said Brexit was going to be win after win after win? 😠 Im not a blue badge holder, but I feel sorry for those who really need to use those spaces
I agree with you! It is shocking to think that disabled tourists could be fined for parking with a blue badge just because they are from the UK! It definitely needs sorting out! It’s fantastic that you are in the case and raising awareness if this and also looking in to it. I really hope it is resolved soon and every nationality is treated equally.
Good morning, Thank you for your email. Regarding your concerns, you may contact the local authority of the town you are visiting as blue badges policy is a local matter. Regards,
Embajada de España en Reino Unido (Londres) / Embassy of Spain in the United Kingdom (London) 39 Chesham Place
What a disgrace. More brexit lies that are coming to the surface. I knew you would dig right into it to get us the correct answers. Thank you for your hard work Alex
@@tommymoffat5633 yes, it's a pretty move. You can come from NZ, AU, US etc and your disabled badges are valid in the EU...but not in Spain if you're from the UK. That's the point.
I it would be interesting to find out why an agreement hasn't been reached with Spain yet. Who is at fault. The UK gov being too busy other stuff or Spain not wanting to agree terms.
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun The whole thing is very strange when you look into it. There's the ECMT agreement, which I thought the UK was a signatory to, whereby all 27 EU countries are supposed to allow disable badge use for non-EU ECMT signatory nations, namely: Australia, Canada, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, United States...but now not the UK in some countries. I supposed the question to be asked is why are certain EU member states refusing to recognise UK disabled badge holders when others do?
I think Boris should be blamed as he wanted to have "own law for its own people as Brexit freedom". Apparently it means freedom for other countries to set there rules as well. And here we are...
Thanks for info Alex. Although it’s a disappointing situation , 52% of uk voted to be a 3rd country and as a consequence we have unfortunately lost a lot of EU benefits. Brexit is a total disaster in my opinion.
It is + 52/48 is no mandate for this kind
of trashing
Norway rejected EU membership by the same margin but sensibly didn't choose 'glorious isolation'
I think this is understandable. We're not part of the EU plus the criteria for a blue badge/disabled permit in Spain could be much harder to get. If people from other countries were taking up disabled spaces I'm sure British people would have a problem with it. You see these complaints on social media
What I should have mentioned and what's in my website article is that agreements have been easily reached already with countries not in the EU such as Japan or Canada. Not sure who is at fault here. Spain or the UK
Well done for investigating, it is bad news for the many UK disabled holidaymakers.
It is Faith :(
We were in Mallorca for 2 Weeks in May. We never had any problems displaying our disabled badge. We used it in many places. This makes me really sad. I really hope it will change before we come back next year ☹️
I hope so too. Let’s see. It’s been left on the Brexit back burner and needs sorting. You don’t need this stress coming on holiday.
One solution is for Great Britain to apply for membership in the EU, then you get to take part in the benefits that exist if you are part of the community. A bit naughty now, but was it so wise to get out? 😊
It certainly would be interesting if they had the vote again, which way it would go!
Thank you on behalf of Blue badge holders.
I had to say something - it’s just not right :( Its not just a British thing but anyone with disabilities should use these spaces :((((
This is exactly what people wanted.
No perks outside the club.
If someone is dissapointed can complain to Boris or Nigel.
I've never heard them saying anything about protecting badges.
Yep!
Definately great info thanks to your hard work dealing with all local administrations........
Thanks Manuel, it's not easy!
ANY parking charge notices need to be received within 14 days. Any later, you write back to the parking company saying that you dispute on the 14 day rule. The poor old man had his notice at 6 months & shouldn’t have paid.
How can they chase you for payment once you're back home
I wouldn't advise this as it could lead to problems next holiday you have in the EU, espeically if you are renting a car.
Very interesting and useful information, Alex. Many thanks
Cheers John!
Are spanish or eu disabled allowed to use their badges in the UK.
Not sure David!
What terrible confusion, but surely it can't be for individual parking officers/policemen to decide who can & can't park in disabled bays. Well done on fighting this & trying to get some clarity. 😮
It is a total mess :(
Thank you Alex for this video. We are a family with disabled travellers coming over in September. Very worried about this situation and just hope it changes.
Sadly, regarding the blue badge for parking it is very unlikely it will change. Saying that, most parking inspectors turn a blind eye, but there was one ruthless, jobsworth parking inspector in Puerto Pollensa who was handing out fines which was very sad to hear.
Read my article about the use of the UK Blue Badge in Spain here: mallorcaunderthesun.com/uk-blue-badge-in-spain/
You can use your badge in a British registered car if you’re a visitor.
I bet they were residents in a Spanish car using a British blue badge.
Never had any issue in mainland Spain. Had our badge checked last week no problem.
Well, british and also other Non-Eu law ist not accepted in Spain and other EU-countries.
BUT for me it’s a question of humanity. The spanish or balearic authorities should be able to fix easily such questions. I hope they do so.
Exactly Max. This shouldn't be about passports.
Very useful information Alex, lots of things we have lost, you need the correct paperwork now from UK to work in EU as well, i was one of the ones who voted to stay in, thanks again Alex . 🌞👏👏
Yeah, it's not great at all. :(
Interesting. The other day, my (Spanish) husband here in Canada said I should advocate for an international disability sticker. I believe he said it half in jest (or did he? You never know with him😮). I don't drive, but use a walker, and we have a disability sticker for parking purposes. Could it not be the same as an international driver's license? As I stated, I don't drive, so I don't know about international driver's license.
I believe there is an agreement with Spain and Canada in that you can use your disabled badge here. Have a look at my article, and then double check there hasn't been any update.
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Thanks so much.
There's an EU parking card for people with disabilities. This is enough for the 450 million EU citizens. Building up an additional system sounds a little bit complicated. Who would for example control that the parking permission is granted with the similar rules as it's done in the EU?
@@poronkieli All good then. Thanks
Very good information Alex, you are a sleuth. I wonder what the rules are for Spanish disabled drivers in England? Can they use their badges in England. Thanks Alex.
Hi Diane, I'm not entirely sure to be honest. But the current ruling may keep UK disabled drivers trapped in the UK (at least not holidaying in Spain)
I have a permit from Ontario, Canada. Should I also be able to use it? Oh, no. I forgot...Canada is a non EU country. 😮Just like Great Britain.
Hello - there is going to be a slight possibility you may get a fine. Thankfully many policeman are turning a blind eye, but there could be one :(
@MallorcaUnderTheSun I won't dream of using it. I have respect for the laws and regulations of other countries. They left the EU. There may be benefits, I can't speak to that, but also consequences.
British laws and regulations do not apply in Spain. Utterly shocking! How dare they!
What on earth are you babbling on about.
@@LoremIpsum1970 Lex Britannica solum pertinet in Britanniae.
British Laws? I'm talking about the universal right for fair treatment for disabled tourists when they come on holiday. Regardless of where they are from. Lots of agreements are in place with other countries.
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun As you know full well, there is no such alleged universal right. You just made it up. Moreover, disabled "expats" are free to apply for a Spanish badge, which is perfectly fair and reasonable.
Also, it's rather rich for a Brit to invoke universal rights that don't exist, while their own government gives the proverbial toss about universal rights enshrined in international law, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Happy holidays, hypocrites
It’s a different country 🤷🏻♀️
Shouldn't all disabled people be treated fairly?
Why should any other 3rd country badge be valid in the EU?
Probably a Russian or Ruandan disability sign wouldn't work there either. Do you think that UK should have a special treatment again?
UK is not in the EU any more. Very simply. UK status is like Morocco, Ruanda or India.
It's not discrimination, It's one of the Brexit benefits. People voted for this as well.
Thanks for this unfortunate information, Alex. This means that on the holiday that I’ve been looking forward to all year, we won’t be able to see any more of the island, other than resorts very close by Puerto Pollensa. Taking public transport to other areas of the island isn’t possible for me as I need to be able to leave at very short notice, I can’t stick to bus/train timetables. I agree with some of the other comments, this is so petty.
Some comments here allude to Brexit, along the lines of - British people voted for it, so they should put up and shut up. A couple of points here, almost half the result of the Brexit referendum was in favour of staying (including me), it was very very close. In the UK, disabled travellers from the EU are still able to use their disabled parking badges - from the UK Gov website; “The UK has informally agreed to continue the mutual recognition of the EU disabled parking card for visitors to the UK.” I have always felt welcomed in Mallorca, the Mallorcans are friendly and helpful, by and large, but from the Spanish government this is equivalent to putting up a big sign saying “Disabled British Travellers - Go Home!”, in every resort, every place of interest, every beach ….
Once again, thanks Alex for highlighting this issue.
I’m so sorry to hear this and exactly right . Fining disabled travellers is the lowest of the low. And don’t get me going on Brexit. It’s now down to the politicians to negotiate but I’m not holding my breath on that one.
What a mess
Totally
Brexit, good old boris🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈
Remember when they said Brexit was going to be win after win after win? 😠
Im not a blue badge holder, but I feel sorry for those who really need to use those spaces
Absolutely. Disabled people should not be discriminated again, regardless of their passport.
It's a bait. UK blue badge or any other disabled badge from other countries outside the EU are not valid in the EU period.
I agree with you! It is shocking to think that disabled tourists could be fined for parking with a blue badge just because they are from the UK! It definitely needs sorting out! It’s fantastic that you are in the case and raising awareness if this and also looking in to it. I really hope it is resolved soon and every nationality is treated equally.
Thanks so much Louise!
Love when you speak spanish, ❤️
LOL!!
Good old Boris
Something he forgot to sort out before he left!
Good morning,
Thank you for your email.
Regarding your concerns, you may contact the local authority of the town you are visiting as blue badges policy is a local matter.
Regards,
Embajada de España en Reino Unido (Londres) / Embassy of Spain in the United Kingdom (London)
39 Chesham Place
What a disgrace. More brexit lies that are coming to the surface. I knew you would dig right into it to get us the correct answers. Thank you for your hard work Alex
Where's the Brexit lie in "Check locally before parking" Seems rather simple to me...
@@LoremIpsum1970 did you even watch the video?.
@@tommymoffat5633 yes, it's a pretty move. You can come from NZ, AU, US etc and your disabled badges are valid in the EU...but not in Spain if you're from the UK. That's the point.
Thanks Tommy!
Hi
Howdy!
TBH, if this is a reaction to Brexit by an EU member state, I don't think I would want to be in the EU with their attitude, it all seems very petty.
You want us to be able to set our own laws but not others 🤔
@@secretarmyl1795 I think you are missing the point completely...
I it would be interesting to find out why an agreement hasn't been reached with Spain yet. Who is at fault. The UK gov being too busy other stuff or Spain not wanting to agree terms.
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@@MallorcaUnderTheSun The whole thing is very strange when you look into it. There's the ECMT agreement, which I thought the UK was a signatory to, whereby all 27 EU countries are supposed to allow disable badge use for non-EU ECMT signatory nations, namely: Australia, Canada, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, United States...but now not the UK in some countries. I supposed the question to be asked is why are certain EU member states refusing to recognise UK disabled badge holders when others do?
I think Boris should be blamed as he wanted to have "own law for its own people as Brexit freedom". Apparently it means freedom for other countries to set there rules as well.
And here we are...
Unfortunately the little englanders didn’t think twice about that either. We got what we deserved
Didn't quite have the result he wanted!
Didn't he? My guess is he wanted to become PM.
Another benefit of brexit
:(
"promo sm" 🤤