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Traffic signs remain the most effective method of communicating to all road users what they need to know to complete their journey safely, efficiently and within the law.
Dec 5, 2023 · RED and AMBER also means STOP. Do not pass the stop line until GREEN shows. GREEN means go IF THE WAY IS CLEAR. Take extra care if you intend to turn left or right, and give way to pedestrians...
- Signs giving orders. Signs with red circles are mostly prohibitive. Plates below signs qualify their message. Signs with blue circles but no red border mostly give positive instruction.
- Warning signs. Mostly triangular. The priority through route is indicated by the broader line. Gradients may be shown as a ratio i.e. 20% = 1:5.
- Direction signs. Mostly rectangular. Signs on motorways - blue backgrounds. Signs on primary routes - green backgrounds. Blue panels indicate that the motorway starts at the junction ahead.
- Information signs. All rectangular. Lane designated for use by high occupancy vehicles (HOV) - see rule 142.
The name of the junction may be shown at the top of the sign. The aircraft symbol indicates the route to an airport. A symbol may be included to warn of a hazard or restriction along that route.
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Dec 5, 2023 · Guidance. Level crossing signs and signals. Updated 5 December 2023. Applies to England, Scotland and Wales. Before the crossing. Level crossing with a gate or barrier. Level crossing...
This tutorial explains the most common level crossing lights, signals and signs found on UK roads applicable to car drivers. Level crossing signs are typically found on the approach to a crossing to warn drivers of the hazard ahead.
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Blue rectangular signs give information on motorways, green signs direct you on primary roads, while white signs give directions on minor roads. Rectangular signs can also indicate bus lanes and congestion charge zones.