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       Newham | 51j - Failing to comply with a no entry restriction
       (camera enforcement)
   DIR By: Danger_B
       Date: May 22, 2025, 6:20 am
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       Temple Mills Ln E20 / Celebration Ave
       Received this PCN showing car turning down no entry.
       Whilst the road does have no entry signs when turning out of the
       adjacent car park (see google maps photo) its not easy to spot,
       there are no road marking which would make it easier to see and
       also the road was closed and other cars where park down it.
       I've drafted an appeal as it was a geniune mistake. Please could
       you review the PCN and tell me your thoughts on the PCN?
       Thanks
       Charles
       PCN
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       Re: Newham | 51j - Failing to comply with a no entry restriction
       (camera enforcement)
   DIR By: Danger_B
       Date: May 22, 2025, 6:21 am
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       Drafted Appeal.
       Subject: Representation Against PCN PN75932052 – Vehicle EJ18LJC
       To: London Borough of Newham – Parking Services
       Dear Sir or Madam,
       I am writing to formally make a representation against the above
       Penalty Charge Notice, issued for allegedly entering a
       restricted road at Temple Mills Ln E20 / Celebration Ave E20 on
       11/05/2025.
       This was a genuine and unintentional mistake made while exiting
       the adjacent car park. I would like to highlight the following:
       1. Absence of "No Left Turn" Signage from Car Park Exit:
       While the "No Entry" signs are present and technically visible,
       their orientation and placement are not easily seen when turning
       left out of the car park. More critically, there is a lack of a
       clear "No Left Turn" sign at the car park exit, which would have
       provided more direct and immediate guidance for drivers exiting.
       This absence contributed to the honest mistake.
       2. Misleading Road Layout, Visual Cues, and Lack of Markings:
       At the time, there were two other vehicles already on that
       section of road, which gave the clear impression that access was
       permitted. Additionally, there were no visible road surface
       markings (such as "NO ENTRY" text or directional arrows) to
       reinforce the restriction. Given the layout and surrounding
       context, this lack of road markings — combined with the presence
       of other vehicles — significantly contributed to the ambiguity
       and my misunderstanding.
       3. Confusing Additional Signage:
       A sign visible further down the road indicates a road closure,
       which further distracted from and diluted the impact of the "No
       Entry" signs.
       4. No Harm or Intent:
       I did not proceed far beyond the restriction, caused no
       obstruction or danger, and immediately became aware of the
       mistake. I have no prior PCNs and this was entirely
       unintentional.
       Given the above context and the genuine nature of this
       misunderstanding, I respectfully ask for this PCN to be
       cancelled or at least considered for discretion, particularly as
       this was my first mistake in the area and due to the unclear
       exit signage and misleading road context.
       Thank you for your time and consideration.
       Yours sincerely,
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       Re: Newham | 51j - Failing to comply with a no entry restriction
       (camera enforcement)
   DIR By: fraser.mitchell
       Date: May 22, 2025, 6:30 am
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       It looks OK, but don't expect them to cancel the PCN, as all
       London councils see PCNs as a lucrative source of money. To get
       a judgment without money temptation, you'll likely have to take
       them to London Tribunals with the full PCN penalty in play.
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