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I Got a £170 Parking Fine After a Broken Machine Meant I Couldn’t Buy a £1 Ticket: Pensioner, 75, Says He Won’t Pay a Penny
A 75-year-old pensioner has refused to pay a £170 parking fine after being left stranded by a broken ticket machine at a shopping center.
The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, was unable to purchase the £1 required ticket due to the malfunctioning machine. Despite trying multiple times to get it to work, he eventually gave up and parked his vehicle for over an hour before returning home.
Upon receiving the hefty fine in the post, the pensioner has expressed his outrage and frustration at being penalized for a situation that was beyond his control. He has refused to pay the £170 fee, stating that he will not be contributing to the shopping center’s “ridiculous” parking system.
“I’m 75 years old, I’ve lived through war, famine, and economic downturns. I’ve worked hard my whole life for what little money I have,” the pensioner said in an interview. “I shouldn’t have to pay £170 for something that was clearly their fault. The machine didn’t work, so I couldn’t buy a ticket. It’s not my responsibility.”
He went on to express his disappointment and anger at the lack of accountability from the shopping center management.
“I expect better from a large organization like this. If they’re going to charge me £170 for something that was out of my control, then they should at least provide decent customer service and take responsibility for their own broken machines,” he added.
As the dispute continues, many are rallying behind the pensioner’s plight, taking to social media to share their own similar experiences with broken parking machines.
The incident serves as a stark reminder that even the most seemingly minor issues can have far-reaching consequences, highlighting the importance of adequate customer service and transparency in business practices.
Source: www.dailymail.co.uk
