I never said anything about a push! Did she know immediately that she needed a clutch? I'm guessing not as I suspect your daughter, pretty much like most people, doesn't know too much about engines, no shame in that. I just suggested that as she was in a predicament, as she seemed to have to...
Really! I would have thought that might be the first port of call to see if someone could help. Still, lesson learned. Hope the fine gets rescinded though.