What Should I Do If My Late Application Is Rejected?

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If your late application has been rejected, you have the option to appeal against the decision. The process varies depending on the type of application you submitted, such as a Blue Badge or a school place.

Blue Badge Appeal Process

Step Details
Timeframe to Appeal Within 28 days of the rejection decision
Contact Call the community rehabilitation team using the contact from your refusal email or letter
Information to Provide Your name, contact number, and reasons for your appeal
Assessment of Appeal Conducted by a health professional, decision notified within 28 days

School Place Appeal Process

Step Details
Timeframe to Appeal Stage 1: Within 20 working days of receiving the decision
Contact Use the transport appeal form linked in the rejection email
Outcome Notification You will be notified of the review outcome within 20 working days
Stage 2 Appeal If dissatisfied, request within 20 working days of Stage 1 outcome, and an appeal meeting will be scheduled within 40 days

If you're appealing a school place rejection, it's advisable to accept the offered place while your appeal is underway to ensure your child has a school place secured in case the appeal does not succeed. For more details on your specific case, check the relevant guidance on the Swindon Council website.