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A Limited Company – v – Transport for London
(2230404203)

London: Environment and Traffic

Decision Date: 2023-12-14

Outcome: Dismissed

This case clarifies that a review is not an opportunity to bolster a case and that the statement of truth is sufficient to demonstrate that an enforcement camera holds the correct certificate, demonstrating that it meets the requirements of Schedule 1 of the Civil Enforcement of Road Traffic Contraventions (Approved Devices, Charging Guidelines and General Provisions)(England) Regulations 2022.  Further evidence underpinning the certificate or the statement, or any kind of evidential chain, is not required to meet the civil standard of proof. Appeal and review proceedings are public hearings.

Mr B and others – v – London Borough of Tower Hamlets and others

London: Environment and Traffic

Decision Date: 2016-01-15

Outcome: Dismissed

This case clarifies that the loading / unloading exemption applies only to motorists parked to collect or deliver heavy or bulky items. The activity must be continuous and does not include shopping or parking simply for convenience or, for example, to collect valuable but small items (such as cash from a bank).

A Construction Company – v – London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham
(2130509011)

London: Environment and Traffic

Decision Date: 2014-07-03

Outcome: Dismissed

This case clarifies that there has to be a physical and structural alteration to a vehicle for it to be classed as being adapted to a goods vehicle. The fact that seating can be lowered or removed to enable goods to be carried does not in itself change the purpose for which the vehicle was constructed.

Mr G (and consolidated) – v – London Borough of Newham
(2130193949)

London: Environment and Traffic

Decision Date: 2013-05-29

Outcome: Allowed

These cases clarify that a motorist must not enter the box junction until a receiving space beyond the junction is available. If a motorist enters the junction before such a space is clear and their exit is blocked due to the presence of another vehicle, a contravention occurs.

Other cases consolidated under this adjudicator decision:

  • E – v – London Borough of Enfield (2130232767)
  • K – v – Transport for London (2130261437).