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The Draft Private Parking Code of Practice (PAS 232) now out for Consultation
Well here we are - finally. The Draft Private Parking Code of Practice (PAS 232) https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/2020-00193#/section (Needs registration to view the BSI draft - but @BrownTrout has a direct link to the document below) @Fruitcake suggested that the list that he compiled from various inputs…
He's 80 today - Happy Birthday @D_P_Dance
The title says it - our resident most senior citizen has today reached a grand milestone. Even though I rib him quite often, I send him my sincere congratulations and best wishes. Here's a virtual Blue Nun to you David. 🥂
DVLA launches online service to change address on vehicle log book (V5C)
May be of interest to many on here:- https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dvla-launches-online-service-to-change-address-on-vehicle-log-book-v5c
Just to keep you smiling
Just to keep you smiling
High Court- BW Legal Harassment Case (Jackson Yamba)
The below is from Jackson Yamba's LinkedIn page- copied verbatim High Court Grants Permission against a strike out of my harassment claim. I am pleased to share that the High Court has granted me permission to appeal the decision to strike out my claim for harassment. During my submissions, I highlighted multiple instances…
An invite to those who signed petitions about Property Management companies & charges
Just noticed link to additional info on the petition Create a new body to regulate landlord and freeholder service charges "On 22 April, Caroline Voaden MP will lead a debate in Parliament on residential estate management companies (REMCs).To inform the debate, she would like to hear about your experiences of REMCs, their…
Stupid and funny
A bit of light relief. This popped up on my Facebook today. "No Parking At Any Time" Sort of defeats the point of a car park doesn't it?
Court Fee Increases
Selected fees increase from 01/04/2025 (crazy fools!) so if there's a need to get your applications lodged, try and do it before then... Save yourself a tenner.
Letter to Your MP?
I feel that given the current publicity that has highlighted across all media a growing level of anger amongst motorists, it is time to make a concerted effort to bring this once again to the attention of all our elected representatives. The issue being that a small but focussed group calling themselves representatives of…
County Court Judgments Consultation
It should never have not been included
Southampton Town Quay POPLA appeal withdrawn by Parkingeye
My POPLA appeal lodged against Parkingeye didn't even get to the adjudicator stage because it was withdrawn by Parkingeye.I have made a copy of the winning submission as a template for others that might need it. This is thanks to Jason Rangou, where I used his post and turned it into a PDF document.…
APCOA/SABA and POPLAs right to adjudicate Penalty Notices issued under railway bylaws
I've had a response from POPLA after querying with them about their right to adjudicate appeals for Penalty Notices issued under railway bylaws. Whilst this is part of a wider investigation into a very murky area whereby all PNs issued appear to be fake as they offer a contractual ultimatum. They have provided a DfT…
EURO CAR PARKS - Sainsbury Saltburn - successful cancellation
Just a quick note that we have followed the guidance and managed to talk to the Sainsbury store and explain our situation., which resulted in a PCN cancelled. Basically I was dropped off in the morning around 8am for the train, got to Middelsborough and got pickled up at 6pm in the evening. Got the notice that we…
DCBlegal discontinues court case
I would just like to inform everyone that I was being taken to court by DCBlegal over a parking issue, and had been given a date in October for the small claims court. Last week I received a letter to say they were discontinuing the claim. Case closed.
Horizon Parking Climb Down
I had a PCN from horizon parking for allegedly arriving on Tesco car park at Wigan, Central Park Way on 15th January 2024 at 20:30 and they allege I then left the car park at 08:00am the next day! If anyone recalls the weather that day in Greater Manchester it was the worst snow in the region for 14 years. The store closes…
DCB Legal Defeated
This has concluded - 2 years since the original letter of claim and 6 years since events took place. I parked in my own space without displaying a permit on 3 occasions.l at my own flat. Case was heard this morning and thrown out in 15 minutes by the Judge. I didn't even get to recite the primacy of contract arguments I…
Deepdale Retail Park
It seems like the management of Deepdale Retail Park in preston have woke up as on my visit today all parking signs have gone asking why, was told they had been got rid off, i think it was Park Watch,
Bigger parking spaces
New guidelines from the Institution of Structural Engineers have been released, recommending significantly expanding the sizes of standard parking spaces. While larger parking spaces could offer all drivers the space modern cars now require, the changes would lead to some loss in the number of parking spaces across UK…
APCOA Heathrow Drop-Off £80 PCN Cancelled - Thank you!!!
Hello, Here is my story. I dropped off a friend at Heathrow using the drop-off zone in December. Like most people here, I simply forgot to pay the £5 charge. A genuine oversight due to the busy traffic chaos Heathrow is. I never intended not to pay the £5 charge. In January, I received a PCN asking for £80 while…
CCJ and claim from CEL struck out
I wanted to report a success and thank you all on this board for your help. I didn’t post much but I followed the wonderful advice here after CEL pursued a parking ticket when they were out of time to transfer liability to the keeper. They then issued a claim form to an old address and obtained a CCJ. I applied to have it…

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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payments this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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