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DCB legal letter of claim advice

Hi all, 

I have received a letter of claim from DCB legal on behalf of Euro car park Limited. Basically, I pulled up in a car park for a few minutes whilst in the car so they’re trying to charge me. I’ve ignored all letters up until now but after reading on here it seems I might need to reply? I am a bit confused about what to do next as there’s a lot of information on here, but it seems I need to email them a template, could anybody point me in the right direction please? I’ve got until tomorrow to reply
Thanks,

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  • Car1980
    Car1980 Posts: 1,038 Forumite
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    edited 23 May at 8:01PM
    Sounds like you weren't parked then.


    Doesn't really matter about LoC as they'll make a claim and then discontinue eventually anyway.

    Use the standard template, or just email to say you deny the charge and look forward to defending their claim.
  • Coupon-mad
    Coupon-mad Posts: 149,373 Forumite
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    A pointer in the right direction:

    Read the second post of the NEWBIES FAQS thread, top of the forum.

    See my signature for how to navigate there.
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  • Moo138
    Moo138 Posts: 2 Newbie
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    Car1980 said:
    Sounds like you weren't 

    Doesn't really matter about LoC as they'll make a claim and then discontinue eventually anyway.

    Use the standard template, or just email to say you deny the charge and look forward to defending their claim.

    Car1980 said:
    Sounds like you weren't 

    Doesn't really matter about LoC as they'll make a claim and then discontinue eventually anyway.

    Use the standard template, or just email to say you deny the charge and look forward to defending their claim.
    Yeah I was in the car the whole time whilst somebody went to get some food 

    is this the standard template 

    I refer to your letter of claim.


    I confirm that my address for service for the time being - assuming you don't faff about and delay any claim - is as follows, and any older address must be erased from your records:

    [Correct address here]


    The alleged debt is disputed and any court proceedings will be vigorously defended.


    I am sourcing and seeking independent debt advice and as such, I formally request that this matter be put on hold for an additional 30 days, in accordance with the Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims 2017 ('the PAP').


    I note that the amount being claimed has increased by a hugely exaggerated amount which the Government called "extorting money from motorists".


    Don't send me your usual blather about that.

    I have two questions, and under the PAP I am entitled to specific answers:


    1. Am I to understand that the additional £70 represents what you lot dress up as a 'Debt Recovery' fee, and if so, is this nett or inclusive of VAT? If the latter, would you kindly explain why I am being asked to pay the operator’s VAT?


    2. With regard to the principal alleged PCN sum: Is this damages, or will it be pleaded as consideration for parking?


    Yours faithfully


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