ladybirder
/// It looks quite difficult to get one yesterday someone I know was given a temporary one when he had a hip operation. That was 10 year ago and he's still got it and his hip is fine so he tells
me. ///
Yes but the point is, is it still valid?
I ask this because even a permanent one has to be renewed every few years.
Not so, Bagpuss. You automatically get one if you are registered blind, for example, and you may qualify if you can't use your arms but have full use of your legs; or you can't walk very far because of lung or heart problems.