National Parking Control - DCB LEGAL Claim 2026

noobie247 · 15 April at 9:59AM

Just an update on the case for anyone who reads/searches etc.

Email received from HM Courts & Tribunal Service with an appointment date confirmed and an appointment time slot.

As per what I have read on other threads, I have advised that my father in law is to say he is not willing to negotiate and offer zero should a deal try and be made.

In terms of a summary of defence to the mediator, what would you advise? Something simple such as "I deny any liability in this claim as per the documents previously submitted" - Ideally didn't want him getting into any "nitty gritty" with a mediator given I have advised him fully to date, and less is more etc etc…

Thank you

Gr1pr · 15 April at 10:33AM

Thats correct, less is more

No offer, thank you for your call, goodbye

Coupon-mad · 16 April at 10:23AM

Yep, tell the D even though the mediator will ask, he DOES NOT have to talk about his defence. A mediator is clueless.

And tell him NOT to believe the mediator if they say that continuing with the case risks more costs. No, it doesn't.

A mediator will favour the Claimant because it's their job to pressure the Defendant to make an offer.

HE DOES NOT HAVE TO INCREASE HIS OFFER, NOR MAKE ONE AT ALL.

noobie247 · 29 April at 11:35AM

Quick update on this for the benefit of anyone reading.

DCB contacted directly last week (considering the mediator meeting is scheduled in June!) and asked if "we can come to some sort of arrangement" - They were swiftly told no and that no arrangement will be considered.

I will come back after the mediator meeting with how that goes.

noobie247 · 9 June at 9:57AM

Morning. Update on this after the Mediation conversation this morning. Mediator was told there is no negotiation etc, and that DCB have been told the same.

An email was received that contained the following text:

"Thank you for using the Small Claims Mediation Service today.

Although a settlement could not be reached on this occasion the parties are reminded that Court is considered a last resort and in which case both parties are encouraged to continue to communicate where possible in an attempt to resolve the claim, you may find that today's mediation gives you both a base upon which to build on.

If the parties can satisfactorily resolve the matter without the need of the Court, the Claimant should complete a notice of discontinuance using the appropriate form in the link and file it with the appropriate Court; N279 - w3 Notice of discontinuance (6.99) (publishing.service.gov.uk) or update Online Civil Money Claims through your account.

If not already done so. the claim will now be transferred out of our business centre to a court where standard directions will be given and you will be notified in writing of the next stages to follow. It is important that both parties follow these instructions and adhere to the timetable set down by the Court which will include a further court fee and a final hearing for determination of the matter. Further information can be found at; Make a court claim for money: What a court claim is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)"

On a further note, DCB have bombarded with automated calls over the last few weeks, and assume these will continue to try and make a "deal" before a court date is set and then discontinuance (hopefully!)

Will report back as/when for the benefit of all.

noobie247 · 19 June at 2:38PM

Afternoon,

Further update on this. Letter received today headed "Notice of Transfer of Proceedings", basically confirming the case has been allocated to our local court.

Having followed similar threads, let's hope the email comes soon with the notice of discontinuance…

noobie247 · 8 July at 8:55AM

Morning,

An update on this for the benefit of anyone reading/following.

A further call received this morning trying to come to an agreement and settlement, where they were swiftly told no, stop calling, it is now harassment, with these calls logged and will be mentioned in court.

Hopefully that is the end.