Hi all,
Would really appreciate some advice and support for my appeal to London Tribunals for multiple PCNs issued for a minor keying error on my virtual permit.
I recently bought a car and applied for and received a residential parking permit in Walthamstow via RingGo. The app accepted my registration details without error and issued the permit. I parked in the Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) of Markhouse (69999) assuming I was compliant and had a valid permit. However, I subsequently received 5 PCNs because my vehicle registration number was entered incorrectly on the permit. Specifically, I entered "R059FBJ" instead of "RO59FBJ." I would classify it as a minor keying error as I entered a "0" instead of an "O".
Below is an outline of the PCNs and my interactions with the council.
PCNs IssuedFR63415595 (14/09/2024, 09:52): NtO received on 16/10/2024. No PCN was found on the windshield. Notice of Rejection of Representation Received on 20/11/2024.
FR6346032A (30/09/2024, 08:18): NtO received on 31/10/2024. No PCN was found on the windshield. Notice of Rejection of Representation Received on 26/11/2024.
FR63538697 (08/10/2024, 13:08): Found on the windshield. Formal Representation Submitted.
FR63726460 (18/10/2024, 08:36–08:46): Found on the windshield. Informal Appeal Rejected. Awaiting NtO.
FR63726653 (21/10/2024, 08:11–08:18): Found on the windshield. Informal Appeal Rejected. Awaiting NtO.
Details of Visible PCNs and AppealsFirst Visible PCN: On 08/10/2024 (FR63538697), I discovered a PCN on my windshield despite holding a valid permit. I submitted an informal appeal immediately as I knew my permit was valid and assumed the council would pick it up through the informal appeal and rectify the PCN. However, on 18/10/2024 and 21/10/2024, I received further PCNs (FR63726460, FR63726653), and had not received a response to my prior informal appeal. My informal appeal had stated that I had a valid permit, and I was not sure why I was issued a PCN.
PCNs Not Found on WindshieldI received NtOs for PCNs FR63415595 and FR6346032A, with photographic evidence showing the tickets on my windshield. However, I never saw these PCNs, likely because I hadn’t accessed my car during the issuance dates (14/09/2024 and 30/09/2024). My car was parked on Priory Avenue, a public street. So, I had only first become aware of any issue on the 08/10/2024.
Typographical Error ClarificationAfter I received FR63726653 (21/10/2024), I contacted Waltham Forest Council Parking Services to enquire why I had been receiving the PCNs and was informed that the permit had been issued for "R059FBJ" instead of "RO59FBJ" due to a typographical error when I had purchased the permit online. The council updated the system with the correct registration and they advised I appeal the PCNs.
Current SituationI am expecting that all of my formal representations will be rejected as they all relate to the same contravention code, and I expect that I would need to appeal all PCNs to the tribunal. I need assistance with structuring my appeal to the London Tribunals. Specifically, I am seeking guidance on:
- Key Arguments: The points to emphasize in my appeal to demonstrate that the PCNs were issued unfairly due to a typographical error.
- Supporting Evidence: The documents and materials I should include to strengthen my case, such as the permit receipt, correspondence with the council, and any relevant laws or guidelines.
- Appeal Structure: Advice on how to organize the appeal clearly and persuasively, ensuring all necessary details are covered. Should I include all PCNs in a single appeal or would I need to appeal each one individually to the Tribunal?
- Additional Tips: Any general recommendations or strategies for presenting my case effectively to the tribunal.
Any assistance with this would be greatly appreciated!
Best Regards
SA
Attachments- Virtual Permit Receipt and Confirmation Emails: Permit Proof
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