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<p>National Health Service car parking data is collected annually and published at:</p><p>
</p><p><a href="http://hefs.hscic.gov.uk/ERIC.asp" target="_blank">http://hefs.hscic.gov.uk/ERIC.asp</a></p><p>The
2016-17 Estates Return Information Collection figures show that out of 1,043 hospital
sites that have designated disabled parking, 132 have indicated that they charge for
disabled parking (which includes disabled people, people with temporary disabilities
as well as Blue Badge holders).</p><p> </p><p>Decisions on car parking provision and
charging are taken locally by each trust.</p><p> </p><p>The Department published clear
guidelines (the car parking principles) for NHS organisations that they are expected
to follow. Hospitals should put concessions in place for those who most need help
including disabled people, carers and staff who work shifts. The NHS itself is responsible
for ensuring that charges are fairly applied. Patients, visitors and staff who have
problems with car parking should therefore contact the NHS organisation that runs
the car park.</p>
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