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Parking stories in the News/media
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Sorry, who is this PPC? Only UK Parking Patrol Office Ltd are shown on Companies House.
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0032jlf/breakfast-09102026
Segment runs from around 08:17 (2h17m), immediately after the weather forecast. The report features Mr Whaley mentioned above who was visibly upset by the treatment he had received from Parkshield. As usual, he had been set up to fail, his blanket exemption replaced by a requirement to register each time he visited.
In the studio was consumer expert Scott Dixon and Steven McIntosh from Macmillan Cancer. Scott made some excellent points about the differences between a fine and a charge, liaising with PALS, escalating to the Trust CEO and the Equality Act.Always remember to abide by Space Corps Directive 39436175880932/B:
'All nations attending the conference are only allocated one parking space.'
247advice dot uk has more information and guidance on dealing with this Outrageous Scam.5 -
The articles quote a Steven Cheetham who is listed against UKPPO on Companies House so I think it must be UKPPO.
I'm a random person on the internet. I hold no legal qualifications and nothing I say is advice.
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A Londonderry company has become one of the UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP out of administration.
The deal means the Martin Group will control more than 100 sites.
The NCP business collapsed in March 2026 after a sustained period of declining performance left it unable to pay its debts.
At that time some of its sites were closed or transferred to other operators.
I'm a random person on the internet. I hold no legal qualifications and nothing I say is advice.
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From DRP's LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/p/ejBgbTqC
"Tomorrow is World Mental Health Day.
A parking charge can feel small until it arrives in a month when everything else is going wrong.
If you or someone you know needs to talk, these services are free and confidential:
Samaritans: call 116 123, any time, day or night
Shout: text SHOUT to 85258, 24/7
NHS 111, option 2: urgent mental health support in England and Wales, 24/7
Mind Infoline: 0300 123 3393, Monday to Friday 9am–6pm
If money is part of the pressure, StepChange (0800 138 1111) and National Debtline (0808 808 4000) give free, independent debt advice.
If you're in immediate danger, call 999.
If you're dealing with us and struggling, please tell us. It changes how we can help."
Of course the best option for your mental health is to ignore DRP completely.Always remember to abide by Space Corps Directive 39436175880932/B:
'All nations attending the conference are only allocated one parking space.'
247advice dot uk has more information and guidance on dealing with this Outrageous Scam.6 -
Weird because they're an inconsequential little outfit.
I'm wondering if it's just a route for taking control of Newcastle Airport?3 -
Airport drop-off charges and associated 'fines' are a lead story on Sky News this morning.
'Horrendous' airport drop-off charges prompt call for investigation | UK News | Sky News
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Oh, what a shame, the reporter was doing very well until he called it a "£100 fine"!
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The consultation will remain open until 5pm on Tuesday 3rd November.
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Early risers can take advantage of an all-day early bird tariff costing just £1.40 if you arrive before 9am, offering a huge saving for walkers planning a full day on the fells.
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