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Cases on the site currently cover parking, bus lane, moving traffic and road user charging, including the London Congestion Charge and Clean Air Zones (outside London). More cases and contravention types will be added in due course.






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Mr S – v – Birmingham City Council
(KW02338-2306)
Traffic Penalty Tribunal
Decision Date: 2023-06-21
Outcome: Dismissed
This case clarifies that a vehicle hire agreement must include a statement of liability for civil penalties in order for the liability for the penalty charge to be transferred from the owner to the hirer when using a vehicle in a Clean Air Zone, or otherwise.
A Vehicle Hire Company – v – Bradford Council
(DY00305-2303)
Traffic Penalty Tribunal
Decision Date: 2023-04-18
Outcome: Dismissed
This case clarifies that a vehicle hire agreement must demonstrate that the vehicle was on hire and that liability for penalties has been specifically transferred to the motorist.