Vehicle clamping

What to do if your car has been clamped

Before the clamp can be released you will need to complete the online form, which will include:

  • Proof of vehicle ownership
  • Proof of identity and address
  • The full payment required

Proof of vehicle ownership

We need to see proof that you are the vehicle owner. You will have to provide one of the below as an attachment in the online form:

  • Current Vehicle Registration document
  • Valid Certificate of Motor Insurance certificate for the vehicle (in date and not cancelled)
  • Receipt of purchase for the vehicle

Proof of identity and address

We need to see proof of identity and address. You will have to provide one of the below as an attachment in the online form:

  • Valid UK or recognised international Driving Licence
  • Valid UK or recognised Passport combined with either:
    • Bank statement*
    • Utility bill*
    • Letter issued by the Department of Work and Pensions*

*must be dated within the last 3 months

The full payment required

You will need to pay:

  • Clamp release charge
  • Penalty Charge Notice (PCN)

The total charges are calculated on the online form and must be paid in full before the vehicle can be released.

If you fail to make payment and provide the proof required, your vehicle can be removed and taken to the compound.

Clamp removal request

You need to complete the online form below to request for the clamp to be removed from your vehicle.

Note: The button below opens in a new window.

Request clamp removal from vehicle

Making an appeal

For more information about the appeals process, visit Make Representations Against a Penalty Charge Notice and Vehicle Immobilisation or Removal.

You can also view the Council’s Immobilisation and Removal of Vehicles Policy (PDF).

Additional resources