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PARKING TICKET

Hello guys

I have an issue I would really like some guidance on, please.

This morning I received a letter from Horizon Parking, stating I was 'parked out of bay' n they are wanting payment of £70.00.

According to this letter of today, according to Horizon I apparently ignored their first communication, however, today is the first letter I have received from them, I did visit this mini supermarket, despite only being a few minutes, returning to my car on said day, there was no ticket on my car n I had pulled into what I assumed was a space after seeing another car parked there n then leave. 

I would like to know if I have to pay this, as I understand private parking companies cannot demand that I pay, they are threatening if I do not pay they will take me to court n also the bailiffs.

Can you help, what should I do ?
Thank you  :)

Comments

  • Le_Kirk
    Le_Kirk Posts: 26,325 Forumite
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    Yes, we can help.  Read the NEWBIE sticky, the one that asks everyone to read it before posting.  All that you require is there.
  • fisherjim
    fisherjim Posts: 7,111 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Photogenic Name Dropper
    They will threaten all sorts of havoc "n" mayhem it doesn't mean it will happen, the newbies thread is the place to start.
  • Coupon-mad
    Coupon-mad Posts: 161,434 Forumite
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    edited 11 November 2023 at 3:27PM
    Very very easy to beat Horizon.

    Non-POFA specialists as standard!

    Please show us the PCN front & back. Cover your name, address, VRM and PCN numbers.

    Leave all dates visible.  Back page too please.
    PRIVATE 'PCN'? DON'T PAY BUT DON'T IGNORE IT (except N.Ireland).
    CLICK at the top or bottom of any page where it says:
    Home»Motoring»Parking Tickets Fines & Parking - read the NEWBIES THREAD
  • 1505grandad
    1505grandad Posts: 4,419 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper
    And make sure you never reveal identity of who the driver is in any communications.
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