The British English Podcast Bonus Ep 83: Harry’s Mishaps Pt. 2 - Car Clamps, Bailiffs, a Crash, and Some Very British Vocabulary
Oct 9, 2025
Join Harry as he navigates the chaos of unexpected car clamping, revealing the bewildering world of bailiffs and fines. A mix-up with his address leads to alarming consequences, including a hefty charge for a Dartford crossing. As if that wasn't enough, he recounts a nerve-wracking encounter with an intimidating enforcement agent. Just when things seem to settle, a surprise car crash adds to his misadventures. It's a rollercoaster of mishaps sprinkled with quirky British vocabulary and relatable humor.
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Woken By A Clamp Notice
- Harry woke to a neighbour's text saying his car had been clamped in the shared car park at home.
- He found a sticker and a notice stating an enforcement agent intended to remove goods to pay an outstanding balance of £427.50.
Small Fines Can Escalate Quickly
- The notice used formal enforcement language threatening removal and auction of goods to cover debts.
- Small unpaid tolls can escalate via enforcement procedures into severe actions like clamping.
Bailiff Call Reveals Missed Toll
- Harry phoned the bailiff, Mr Lopez, who sounded unsympathetic and brusque.
- Mr Lopez told him the charge related to a Dartford toll he had missed paying.