In their pre-election manifesto, the Lib Dems promised a return of free parking for Blue Badge holders. Cllr Ian Thorn, leader of Wiltshire Council, said: “We believe that parking for Blue Badge holders should be free in Wiltshire Council car parks. “In 2022, the council ended free parking for Blue Badge holders in all council-operated car parks, although free on-street parking was retained and remains in place today. “We are proposing to reverse this decision and reintroduce free parking for Blue Badge holders in council-operated car parks. A Blue Badge may only be used when the badge holder is driving or being transported in the vehicle.