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Poll: Have you ever been clamped?

Have you ever had to make the call to free your car?

AN ELDERLY COUPLE were clamped in a disabled bay outside their home, new documents show.

Last month, TheJournal.ie revealed the most common areas and offences that Dublin City Council (DCC) receive clamping complaints about.

But have you ever been in that position? Have you ever come back to your car to find a yellow metal plate around your wheel?

We’re asking: Have you ever been clamped?

Poll Results:

Yes (5037)

No (4873)

I don't drive (331)

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I don't drive

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