Recent rulings by London's traffic adjudicators indicate that at least six councils issued a total of 130 fines based on outdated traffic management orders (TMOs) and enforcement camera certifications. Reversals in Lambeth and Croydon underscored these lapses, with adjudicators determining that the councils failed to provide valid documentation to justify the fines. Despite Lambeth's claim that the TMOs were permanent, they admitted mistakes in the paperwork used during appeals. The AA contends that this issue may affect many drivers who opt to pay fines early, thereby missing the chance to appeal. A legislative overhaul of TMOs has been suggested by the Department for Transport to enhance compliance.
The motoring association pointed out that recent rulings by adjudicators revealed 130 fines from at least six councils were issued without valid documentation for the restrictions.
Two cases in Lambeth and one in Croydon showed that local authorities failed to prove the validity of restrictions, leading to fines being overturned.
The AA emphasized that many drivers likely paid fines without challenging them, as 56% of appeals against bus lane fines were upheld or not contested.
The Department for Transport indicated a proposal for revamping the Traffic Management Orders to ensure clarity and legality of local road restrictions.
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