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Please find 1st draft below (it will need some work but at least there is a framework we can do something with now):


TfL – Transport for London
Red Routes
PO Box 335
Darlington, DL1 9PU

Re: Penalty Charge Notice [PCN Number: GX14225559, Vehicle Registration: AP08MLY]

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to appeal the penalty charge notice (PCN: GX14225559) issued to me on [10/04/2024 / Contravention Date and Time: 07 April 2024 at 11:32 for contravention Code 31 - entering and stopping in box junction. I believe there were mitigating circumstances that contributed to this violation.

On the day in question, I was travelling home for my late Father’s remembrance in light of his Birthday which was delayed due to availability of Family members. Due to this I was suffering from anxiety and had not slept well. When approaching the junction I had a lapse in concentration and found myself unable to avoid entering the YBJ.

I would like to emphasize that I always strive to adhere to traffic regulations, and this incident was an exception due to the unforeseen circumstances mentioned above. I have attached my Father’s death certificate to support my appeal. (Insert URL / link with click counter)

I kindly request that you review my case and waive the penalty charge. Your understanding and consideration in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your attention to this appeal. I look forward to your response.

Yours sincerely,

OK @cp8759 I shall submit it online as per your instructions and ensure I take a snapshot of the confirmation page. Fingers crossed. Thank you for all your help.

Morning @cp8759,

Still not heard anything back regarding the representation.

Is 15 days working days?

They can take 2 / 3 months to reply, 15 working days is literally nothing.

The links have not been opened, I've sent you a couple of screenshots to illustrate this.

To date TFL has not escalated PCNs from £80 to £160 if you appeal during the discount period, so arguably you've got nothing to lose in pursuing this to the tribunal because even if you lose you'll still only have to pay £80 (it might be that you're the first one where they do escalate the charge because you've appealed, but you'd have to be exceptionally unlucky).