Should Anyone be able to buy a RADAR Key?

Should Anyone be able to buy a RADAR Key?

Why You Don’t Have to Be Disabled to Buy a RADAR Key: Promoting Inclusivity and Accessibility for All

At Blue Badge Co, we’ve been approved suppliers of genuine RADAR keys for over a decade, sourcing them directly from the lock manufacturer to ensure they are of the highest quality and genuine keys. Our goal is to make the scheme as widely available as possible to benefit everyone who may need it, without unnecessary barriers.

The Importance of Inclusivity in the RADAR Key Scheme 

Accessible toilets are not only used by people with visible disabilities but also by those with invisible disabilities, chronic illnesses, or health conditions that may require immediate access to secure and clean facilities. By keeping the RADAR key available to everyone, we ensure that those who need these facilities can access them without having to prove their eligibility or face the stigma of having to explain their situation.

Making RADAR keys widely available supports the friends, family members, and carers who accompany people with disabilities. It offers peace of mind for those traveling or assisting others, ensuring they can access disabled toilets when needed.

Why We Don't Introduce Barriers to Access

If we implemented checks and created a barrier for users, it would allow for less reputable suppliers to dominate the market. Our competitors sell imitation RADAR keys at lower prices to anyone who is willing to pay. These products that don’t properly fit or can damage locks, can lead to higher costs for repairs. These counterfeit keys can, leaving genuine users locked out of facilities when they need them most. By keeping access inclusive we help to prevent fake keys dominating and protect the integrity of the national key scheme.

VAT Exemption for Eligible Customers

Most customers that buy RADAR key directly from Blue Badge Co are registered disabled as they benefit from VAT exemption. Buy filling out a simple VAT declaration, allows you to receive VAT exemption on their RADAR key and other eligible products. This makes it even more affordable for those who need it.

Supporting Accessibility for All

Our mission at Blue Badge Co is to provide genuine RADAR keys that support accessibility, inclusivity, and peace of mind for everyone who may need access to disabled toilets. We ensure that our customers receive high-quality, durable keys that open over 12,000 accessible facilities across the UK.

Ultimately, RADAR keys are about removing barriers—not creating them. Whether you have a visible disability, an invisible illness, or care for someone who does, a RADAR key offers security and convenience when out and about.

If you’re interested in purchasing a RADAR key, you can buy one here. If you are eligible you can fill out a VAT declaration and receive your key VAT free. Join the thousands of satisfied customers who rely on Blue Badge Co for trusted, genuine RADAR keys and mobility aids.

 

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