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Know your rights around private parking charges

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May 16, 2025

Private parking tickets are back in the news at the moment.

- MARTYN JAMES

Know your rights around private parking charges

In one sense, that's a good thing, because there's a new code in place that makes it easier to appeal or reduce some charges.

However, many readers have been in touch to complain about being penalised for not paying a ticket quickly enough, to argue they've been billed in error or charged for minor mistakes.

So what are your rights with private parking charges? Here's my guide.

WHAT'S NEW?

A new code of practice for parking on private land was introduced in October 2024. On the plus side, this now means:

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