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Title: Re: RingGo app froze while extending parking, payment made 13 mins later (Code 05u)
Post by: zunaster on October 16, 2025, 05:40:39 pm
1. Around 13:15, according to the app.
2. At roughly 13:13, check the image.
3. I was at a different location (not near car) and device is iphone 12 pro.
Title: Re: RingGo app froze while extending parking, payment made 13 mins later (Code 05u)
Post by: stamfordman on October 16, 2025, 04:30:21 pm
What time did your first session run out.
What time did you try and extend it.
Where were you when trying and using what device.

Title: RingGo app froze while extending parking, payment made 13 mins later (Code 05u)
Post by: zunaster on October 16, 2025, 03:33:59 pm
Should I challenge this PCN on the basis that the delay in extending my parking session was caused by a RingGo app malfunction?
Would this count as mitigating circumstances, or could Westminster be at fault for procedural impropriety if they fail to properly consider the evidence?

I paid 13 minutes after the PCN was issued — the delay was entirely due to the app freezing, and I have timestamped proof.

PCN Details
Council: City of Westminster
PCN number: WE6339****
Contravention: Parked after the expiry of paid for time (electronic payment)
Contravention code: 05u
Date of service: 30/09/2025
Time of issue: 13:18
Location: Bryanston Street [f6]
Vehicle registration: LD74 ***
Penalty: £110 (£55 if paid within 14 days)

Evidence
Screenshot showing RingGo app frozen (timestamped).
Screenshot/receipt showing payment at 13:31.
PCN (both sides, redacted).

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