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Havering, code 24, not parked within marked bay, St Mary's Lane
By: Hiram Date: January 28, 2026, 6:01 am
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Hi there, I was issued a council PCN on 3rd Jan for parking
outside of the marked bay. At the time there were cones either
side of the bay obstructing me from parking inside a bay but the
bay I used was definitely available to park in. The traffic
warden himself said to appeal. I did appeal, however, they
upheld their decision siting that the regulations are clearly
shown and that I can either pay £90 (having unknowingly waived
my right for a reduced amount when I appealed) or wait to make a
formal representation of refer the case to London Tribunals.
I returned to the street where I was fined and there are no
notices stating I have to park within the marked bays.
Please can I have advice on best next steps?
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Re: Havering, code 24, not parked within marked bay, St Mary's L
ane
By: fraser.mitchell Date: January 28, 2026, 6:57 am
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The photo shows very worn bay markings. Can you post a GSV link
to the exact location, please. Havering have now made a rod for
their own back, because by not re-offering the discount,
(against the statutory guidance BTW), it is now a total
no-brainer to take them all the way to London Tribunals. This
means they have the PITA of preparing an evidence pack and also
must pay the adjudication fee.
So wait for the NtO. This is sent to the name and address on the
V5C Registration Certificate, so is this you or not ?
#Post#: 107681--------------------------------------------------
Re: Havering, code 24, not parked within marked bay, St Mary's L
ane
By: Hiram Date: January 28, 2026, 7:05 am
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Here's the GSV:
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And yes it's me.
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Re: Havering, code 24, not parked within marked bay, St Mary's L
ane
By: stamfordman Date: January 28, 2026, 1:53 pm
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Re: Havering, code 24, not parked within marked bay, St Mary's L
ane
By: stamfordman Date: January 28, 2026, 1:56 pm
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I'd say the cones are there to segment a permitted parking place
not worn markings.
Any idea why the cones were there?
Some friendly adjudicators have found lack of instruction to
park in marked bays is good enough to allow appeals.
Havering would also have to produce a traffic order and can fall
down on that.
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Re: Havering, code 24, not parked within marked bay, St Mary's L
ane
By: fraser.mitchell Date: January 28, 2026, 3:12 pm
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Absolutely no point in coughing-up as the penalty remains the
same at London Tribunals, so make them do at least some work for
their money, and if you win they get no money but have had to
spend it. What's not to like !
My advice is don't pay-up now and join the Mugged Club !
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