How does CancelMyFine work?

Answer 5 simple questions about your parking fine, and our AI generates a formal appeal letter referencing relevant UK legislation. Pay £4.99 and download your letter as a PDF instantly.

What types of parking fines can I appeal?

We cover private parking charges (ParkingEye, NCP, UKPC etc.), council Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs), and police Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs).

How long does it take?

The whole process takes under 2 minutes. Answer the questions, pay £4.99, and your PDF downloads automatically.

What if my appeal is rejected?

You can escalate for free. Private fines go to POPLA (BPA members) or IAS (IPC members). Council PCNs go to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.

How much is a parking fine in London 2026?

London parking fines range from £80-160 for council PCNs, with a 50% discount for payment within 14 days. The Congestion Charge fine is £160. Private parking charges are typically £60-100, similar to the rest of the UK.

How do I appeal a parking fine in London?

For council PCNs, challenge informally within 14 days, then make a formal representation, then appeal to the London Tribunals. For private charges, appeal to the operator within 28 days, then escalate to POPLA or IAS.

Which London borough issues the most parking fines?

Westminster City Council consistently issues the most parking fines in London and the UK, followed by other central London boroughs like Camden, Kensington and Chelsea, and Lambeth.

How to Appeal a Parking Fine in London

Parking Fines in London

London has the highest parking fine rates in the UK and issues more PCNs than any other region. London boroughs issue millions of parking, bus lane, and moving traffic fines each year. The higher fine levels (£80 lower band, £130 higher band) reflect the intense demand for parking space in the capital.

London-Specific Issues

Congestion Charge: Failing to pay the £15 daily charge results in a £160 PCN (£80 if paid within 14 days).
ULEZ: Driving a non-compliant vehicle in the Ultra Low Emission Zone without paying the £12.50 charge results in a £180 PCN.
Red Routes: Managed by TfL, red route fines are enforced by CCTV and carry the higher band rate.
Residents' Parking: Each borough has its own residents' parking scheme. Fines for parking in residents' bays without a permit are common.
Borough variations: Each of London's 33 boroughs has its own parking enforcement team, policies, and local quirks.

How to Appeal in London

The process is the same as the rest of England: informal challenge → formal representation → independent adjudication. For most London boroughs, the independent body is London Tribunals (part of the Environment and Traffic Adjudicators). For TfL fines (Congestion Charge, ULEZ, red routes), appeals go through London Tribunals as well.

Common Successful Appeals in London

Suspended meter bays without adequate signage, confusing CPZ boundaries, faded road markings, and CCTV bus lane enforcement errors are all frequent grounds for successful London parking appeals.

Generate Your Appeal Letter

Fight your London parking fine. Generate your personalised appeal letter in minutes with CancelMyFine — just £4.99. Visit CancelMyFine.co.uk for a London-specific appeal.