Hi all,
Back in June I received a PCN from Havering Council for making an illegal right turn. To buy some time before paying, I submitted an appeal on the basis of unclear signage 😉. I was expecting the rejection letter so I could then just pay and move on, but it only arrived 77 days after I submitted my appeal, not within the 56-day timeframe.
Because of that, I appealed to London Tribunals, arguing that since the council didn’t respond within 56 days, my original appeal should be accepted by default.
However, the council have now submitted their evidence pack, saying that the 56-day rule doesn’t apply to moving traffic contraventions.
Is that correct?
I’ve attached a copy of the relevant page, which includes my appeal grounds and the highlighted section where they state the 56-day rule doesn’t apply.
My case is scheduled to be heard on 6th October.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
