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HI

I recently received a PCN for making a U-turn in a prohibited location.

The turn was made on the A10 just after crossing the junction with Broad Lane (to the right) and West Green Road (to the left) – see attached Google Maps link for the exact spot.

It seems that quite recently a new sign was put up there prohibiting U-turns for 140 yards after the junction. Unfortunately, I did not notice it at the time (photo of the sign attached).

My questions are:

Is there any valid basis to challenge this PCN?

Could the fact that the restriction/sign is relatively new and I was not aware of its introduction be a relevant argument?

Does anyone have information on successful challenges or cancellations of a similar PCN at this location?

I have attached the following documents for reference:

Copy of the PCN
Google Maps location link
Photo of the sign
Link to a previous query to TfL about this restriction, along with the official decision document relating to this sign.

Location on google maps:


Google Street View:


TFL - FOI request detail:
https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/transparency/freedom-of-information/foi-request-detail?referenceId=FOI-0854-2526

GLA 2025 No.0034
https://foi.tfl.gov.uk/FOI-0854-2526/0034%20-%20Banned%20Movements%20Variation%20Order_Redacted.pdf


Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you very much in advance.

Thank you for your reply.
I've just requested it and will upload it once I get it.