Old and new system new PCN Charges and PCN issued fairly?

Do councils need to run the old system and new system in tandem until cases which commenced before 1 April have run through the system?

 Yes

How will the public find out about new charges?

Local Authorities must publish a Notice in the local press informing the public of the new charge bands they will introduce from 31 March 2008 and they may also choose to publicise the changes in other ways.

How can a motorist be assured that their ticket has been issued fairly?

The software used in a CEO's handheld computer prevents a ticket from being issued until the required observation period is completed. A CEO is also required to gather eight pieces of information (such as number plate, tax disc details and photographic evidence) before a ticket can be issued, ensuring that the CEO has to be on the scene to complete this.