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This case underscores that the responsibility rests with the motorist to purchase parking time for the correct vehicle  A contravention occurs when parking time purchased does not correctly identify the vehicle parked.  This applies even when the incorrect registration mark was entered in error. That a payment was still made is not relevant. The payment must be made for the correct vehicle, identified by the vehicle registration mark provided by the motorist.

The Scottish Upper Tribunal decision is binding on the Scottish First Tier Tribunal for Scotland (General Regulatory Chamber) and is a persuasive decision in other UK jurisdictions.

This case clarifies that private Hire Vehicles (PHVs) are not categorised as “taxis”, with being permitted vehicles and exempt from restrictions.

This case clarifies that the obligation on the motorist to be alert to signs and restrictions relating to a Clean Air Zone remains, even when relying on a satellite navigation system (“Sat Nav”).

This case clarifies that there is no entitlement to park outside one’s home, or to occupy a restricted bay while waiting for a preferred space to become available.

Also covered is the fact that having no intention to park in contravention is not a ground of appeal, that a lack of available parking does not entitle a motorist to park in contravention, and that the adjudicator cannot consider mitigating circumstances.

This case clarifies that no time plate on signage is required for double yellow lines showing two kerb chevrons. It also highlights that waiting and loading is prohibited at all times and that the Blue Badge concession does not apply at such locations.