So.......It's Not About Getting Our Cash? 

This was the scene in St James's Square in Westminster on a Saturday afternoon   in August.  

The square was virtually deserted but this unfortunate motorist who was late back to their car not only got a ticket but also got clamped.

So here's the logic; the council are trying to send a message that you have outstayed your welcome (time paid for) and they don't want you to remain in this empty square occupying a space - where three quarters of the spaces are still available.                                                                                                                                                       So not only do you get a massive £50 fine which doubles to an outrageous £100 if you do not pay up in 14 days but  they also disable your vehicle by rooting it to the spot with a wheel clamp!  This adds another £65 to pay.

Tell me this is not about generating a revenue?  

www.parking-ripoff.co.uk  

          August 2005