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Just got a Bromley parking fine and aren’t sure what to do next? This article is your guide. Each month, over 130,000 people come to us for information about fines and parking tickets, so you’re not alone.
We’ll explain everything in simple terms. Here’s what you’ll find:
What a Bromley parking fine is.
If you have to pay the fine.
How to make an appeal.
Tips to avoid parking fines in Bromley.
What can happen if you don’t pay the fine.
We know it’s a bother to get a parking fine, but don’t worry; we’re here to help make your options clearer.
Let’s get started.
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What is a Bromley parking fine?
A Bromley parking fine is a fine issued by Bromley Council for parking illegally on council land, such as a residential road or high street.
They are better known as Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) and can be left on your vehicle or sent in the post if the parking offence was caught on camera.
Interestingly, Bromley Council can also issue a Penalty Charge Notice for some driving offences, including turning in a direction that goes against road signs or driving in a bus lane when not permitted.
A Penalty Charge Notice shouldn’t be confused with a Parking Charge Notice, which is a private parking ticket from a private car park operator.
How much is a parking fine in Bromley?
Parking fines in Bromley range from £60 to £130 based on location and seriousness of the parking contravention.
Bromley Council divides its roads into Band A (town centre) and Band B (all other roads and car parks).
Parking fines in Band A range from £80 to £130, while the fines in Band B range from £60 to £110.
The exact amount you’ll be fined depends on the seriousness of the contravention and if you put other people in danger by parking illegally.
But you can get a 50% discount on your fine by making the payment within the first 14 days.
You have to pay or appeal against your Bromley PCN within 28 days of receiving it.
Not paying or appealing the fine will not make it go away. On the contrary, it will make the fine and your situation worse.
If you are struggling to pay, you should contact Bromley Council to discuss your options.
What happens if you ignore a parking ticket UK?
If you ignore a Penalty Charge Notice from a local authority, the council will increase your fine by 50% and give you another 14 days to pay the increased amount.
If you persist in ignoring the fine, they can get a court order which makes the fine your legal responsibility, and they may choose to enforce the debt using bailiffs.
Not paying a private parking fine is different from not paying a Bromley Council Penalty Charge Notice.
Private parking tickets are not real fines and are more like invoices from a parking company for breaking an unwritten contract when using their car park.
Although these fines are not enforceable in the beginning, the company might decide to take you to a small claims court to recover the money.
Successful Appeal Case Study
Situation
Initial Fine
£100
Additional Fees
£171
Total Fine
£271
The Appeal Process
Scott used JustAnswer, online legal service to enhance his appeal. The trial of this cost him just £5.
Total Fine
£271
Cost of legal advice
£5
JustAnswer helped Scott craft the best appeal possible and he was able to win his case.
Scott’s fine was cancelled and he only paid £5 for the legal help.
If you don’t agree with a parking ticket issued by Bromley Council, you have the right to submit a Bromley PCN appeal and it could be cancelled.
You must make an appeal against the Penalty Charge Notice within 28 days.
After 28 days have passed you won’t be able to lodge your Bromley Penalty Charge appeal and will have to pay.
A formal challenge of the parking fine is known as a ‘representation’.
You must have valid grounds for challenging a Penalty Charge Notice unlike the motorist who hoped to appeal a fine they got for parking two wheels on the pavement.
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MoneyNerd’s founder, Scott Nelson, has a decade of financial industry experience, including 6 years in FCA regulated loan and credit card companies. Troubled by a lack of conscience in the industry, he founded MoneyNerd to give genuine advice to those in debt and struggling financially.
Janine Marsh is an award-winning presenter and a valuable member of the MoneyNerd team. With a wealth of experience as a financial expert, she's been featured on BBC Radio 4, BBC Local Radio, and BBC Five Live, and is a regular on Co-op Radio.
