I'm sure it won't make a difference in the big picture of things but wondering if the 3 hour rules are for being parked, or for making use of parking spaces or such like.
If you were sat in a stop start queue for half an hour trying to get out I am sure it could be argued you weren't making use of any of the spaces so weren't benefiting as such?
Was there anything in local press / media about it at the time as I'm sure you won't have been the only one!
Finally, take this as a sensible warning - don't go near shopping centres at Christmas time!!
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