Woman facing £1,906 parking fine for failing to pay within five minutes

The Independent relies on donations to support their reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, providing unbiased coverage accessible to all. In Derby, a woman faced over £1,900 in fines for taking longer than five minutes to pay for parking due to technical difficulties, sparking a legal battle with Excel Parking Ltd over the controversial rule. Despite attempts at mediation, a court hearing has been scheduled to resolve the dispute, with the driver hoping to set a precedent for others in similar situations.

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