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If you’ve received a private parking ticket for staying just a few minutes over your time, you may have been a victim of an unfair “overstay” charge. In the UK, private parking companies are required to give you a grace period.  The 10-Minute Rule  Both the BPA and IPC Codes of Practice state that a driver must be allowed a […]

It is the moment every driver dreads: you took the time to write a polite appeal, and the council sent back a generic letter saying, “Your challenge has been rejected.”  Most people pay at this point because they are afraid of the fine doubling. That is exactly what the council wants you to do.  Why You Should Consider

Most drivers believe double yellow lines mean “no parking at any time,” and while that is the general rule, there are significant legal exemptions that councils often ignore when issuing tickets. Common Reasons to Challenge a Double Yellow PCN  Use Defens to build your case with the right evidence. Visit defens.co.uk to get started. 

A “Parking Charge Notice” from a private company is technically an invoice for a “breach of contract,” not a criminal fine. In 2026, private firms must follow a strict Code of Practice set by the BPA or IPC.  Top Grounds for a Private Parking Appeal  Don’t be intimidated by debt collector letters. Use Defens to fight back. Visit defens.co.uk

Shared use bays those that allow both permit holders and pay-and-display motorists to park are a common source of confusion. You might think you’ve followed the rules, only to return to a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) on your windscreen. These are civil matters, and the burden of proof is on the council to show the bay was

Single yellow lines mean “no waiting” during specific times, but those times aren’t always clear. If you’ve received a PCN for parking on a single yellow, it is essential to check if the council followed the rules for notifying you of the restriction.  Grounds for Cancelling a Single Yellow Line Fine Our Defens tool can help you highlight these technical errors to the

A parking ticket is only valid if there is a clear “contract” between the driver and the landowner. If you didn’t see the signs, how could you agree to the terms? In England and Wales, unclear signage is one of the most successful ways to win a PCN appeal.  What Makes a Sign “Unclear”?  The British Parking Association (BPA) and the IPC have

The flash of a bus lane camera is a nightmare for most drivers. With fines often reaching £130 in London and £70 elsewhere, a simple mistake can be a heavy financial blow. But before you pay, you should know that many Bus Lane Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) are issued unfairly or incorrectly.  Top Grounds for a Bus

If you have opened a letter from a company like DRP, Trace, or Zenith Collections regarding a private parking ticket, your first instinct is likely panic. These letters often use bold red text, mentions of “County Court Judgments,” and escalating fees. However, it is vital to understand that in England and Wales, a debt collector