I've had this exact issue before and took it higher, it has to conform with the JSP. I found that unless you're aircrew you will find it difficult to use your ELC for your PPL whether it be fixed ring or rotary. I ended up joining the local RAFFCA flying club's committee and it was then granted.
If you still have issues, push the case to OC TDF or whatever you have, usually they can look into it or just tell you plain and simple if you're eligible. Best of luck.
Last edited by dagowly; 3rd May 2014 at 16:41.