The "Double Dip" Problem
Britannia Parking relies heavily on ANPR cameras at entry and exit points. A common error is the "Double Dip":
- You enter at 9:00 and leave at 9:30.
- You return at 16:00 and leave at 17:00.
- ANPR records: Entry 9:00, Exit 17:00 = 8-hour "overstay"
Why This Happens
ANPR systems can fail to capture exit events, especially when:
- You exit behind another vehicle (tailgating)
- The camera is obscured or malfunctioning
- Lighting conditions are poor
- Your plate is partially obscured
How to Prove a Double Visit
- Bank/card statements: Show two separate transactions at the location
- Receipts: Timestamped proof of two visits
- Loyalty card data: Ask the retailer for your visit history
- Phone location data: Google Timeline or similar
Your Appeal Argument
"I made two separate visits to this location on [date]. Your ANPR system failed to record my first exit and second entry. The attached evidence proves I was not present continuously. This is an ANPR error, not an overstay."
Request Their Evidence
Ask Britannia to provide:
- Full ANPR log for your registration that day
- Photos from all camera events
- Proof their system was functioning correctly
If they can't prove the system worked correctly, the charge should be cancelled.