What counts as loading or unloading for parking enforcement in Northern Ireland?

Loading or unloading means a genuine collection or delivery activity that requires the vehicle to be there, not ordinary parking while you carry out unrelated tasks.

The activity should be continuous and reasonably necessary. Evidence such as invoices, delivery notes or the nature of the goods can matter if a PCN is challenged.

For parking questions, the exact sign, road marking, kerb marking and hours of operation control the answer at the location. Photograph the signs and your vehicle position if there is any dispute, because a nearby restriction or controlled zone can change what would otherwise be allowed. For "What counts as loading or unloading for parking enforcement in Northern Ireland?", those details are especially important because the same road can have different rules by bay, side, time or vehicle class.