DCB legal letter of claim advice

Moo138

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,

Car1980

Sounds like you weren't parked then.

https://www.contestorlegal.co.uk/blog-3/unparalleled-legal-victory-defining-the-true-meaning-of-parking

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

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.

Moo138

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