The RAC is claiming a long overdue victory for motorists as clamping on private land without a licence becomes a criminal offence. From last Tuesday anyone clamping, towing away or blocking vehicles for a fee will need a licence.
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05th May 2005
Ruled to be 'extortion and theft' in Scotland since 1992, wheel clamping on private land was banned overnight. However, in England and Wales, clampers have been allowed to operate unchecked, charging whatever amounts they liked and often using threats and intimidation - until now.