Cannot Start Dash Says Select P OR N With Gearshift

2003 Renault Espace Grande Auto
Car: Renault Espace
Year: 2003
Variant: Grande Auto
Categories: Gearbox & Clutch
When I put the key card in the car does a function check as usual and all seems OK. When I press Start the screen shows 'Select P OR N With Gearshift'.
The gearshift is already in the P position and I cannot move it from that. I know I have to press the brake to do this but nothing I do allows me to move the shift. I have also tried pushing the brake and trying to move the shift without the key card in.
So I am stuck with an unmoveable car. Any ideas?
Problem added: Jun 19, 2016 (7 years ago)
Check brake lights are working to eliminate faulty switch . There should be a emergency over ride switch at gear selector similar to this link for a Megane , might help .

http://www.justanswer.com/uk-car/5zy5h-05-renault-megane-automatic-stuck-park-please.html
Answered Jun 19, 2016 (7 years ago)
Thanks I will check this out. Great answer. Will post here when I have tried your solutions.
Answered Jun 19, 2016 (7 years ago)

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