A Gloucester father has successfully challenged a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) fine incurred while driving his seriously ill daughter to specialist heart clinics in Bristol. The little girl requires regular treatment at the Bristol hospital, and her father’s journey through the CAZ was essential for her health.
The Clean Air Zone was introduced to reduce pollution by charging certain vehicles for entering designated areas. However, this incident highlighted the difficulties faced by families managing critical medical care, especially when access to specialist services involves travel through restricted zones.
After contesting the penalty, the father’s appeal was upheld, acknowledging the exceptional circumstances surrounding his daughter’s urgent medical needs. This case underlines the need for flexibility within CAZ regulations to accommodate individuals traveling for essential healthcare appointments.