I get very annoyed when councils misuse their power in this way.
I would write to the head of parking services.
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Dear Mr [---],
Thank you for your email.
Our records show your formal representations were received on 17th December 2025. The Notice of Rejection was posted on 10th February 2026 and, in accordance with Regulation 3(3) of the Civil Enforcement of Road Traffic Contraventions (Approved Devices, Charging Guidelines and General Provisions) (England) Regulations 2022, is deemed to have been served on 12 February 2026 (the second working day after posting).
This is 57 days after the date we received your representations. Under Regulation 6(7) of the Civil Enforcement of Road Traffic Contraventions (Representations and Appeals) (England) Regulations 2022, if a decision is not served within 56 days of receiving formal representations, the representations are deemed accepted, and the authority must cancel the enforcement notice and refund any sums paid.
Accordingly, we have cancelled the PCN.
This email is confirmation of the cancelled PCN.
Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused, this matter has been raised with our Parking Contractor APCOA.
Kind Regards
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Thank you very much to you all, what a great team of helpful experts! I'll try to stay on this forum and support the community. Cheers!
A special shout to Tincombe, that spotted this crucial bit and suggested the right channel to use with the correct wording. Success!
