I am afraid they have us banged to rights. When you park in the bay and crane your neck up far enough you can see the sign which has parking but for a limited time. The good lady wife did phone TFL and suggest it was a little unfair as she had parked, let me into the car and we were away and we were not blocking the road. The individual at TFL felt she had a strong case and urged her to appeal which she has. The fine (which is £120 reduced to £60 if paid immediately) will be held at £60 until the matter is resolved.

We shall see.

P.S. Blooming sharp eyed of the CCTV opperator to spot us in rush hour given we were away and gone in 15 seconds or so.