Gordon,
You are incorrect my friend:
Specific requirements for the PPL aeroplanes - PPL(A)
FCL.205.A PPL(A) - Privileges
(a) The privileges of the holder of a PPL(A) are to act without remuneration as PIC or copilot on aeroplanes or TMGs engaged in non-commercial operations.
(b) Notwithstanding the paragraph above, the holder of a PPL(A) with instructor or examiner privileges may receive remuneration for:
(1) the provision of flight instruction for the LAPL(A) or PPL(A);
(2) the conduct of skill tests and proficiency checks for these licences;
(3) the ratings and certificates attached to these licences.
http://www.europarl.europa.eu/meetdo...icences_en.pdf