The Signing System


There are three basic types of traffic sign: signs that give orders, signs that warn and signs that give information. Each type has a different shape. A further guide to the function of a sign is its colour, all triangular signs are red.


Circles give orders Triangles warn Rectangles inform


Blue circles generally give a mandatory instruction, such as "turn left", or indicate a route available only to particular classes of traffic, e.g. buses and cycles only


Red rings or circles tell you what you must not do, e.g. you must not exceed 30 mph, no vehicles over the height shown may proceed


Blue and Green rectangle signs are used for direction signs on primary routes.


White rectangles are used for direction signs on non-primary routes, or for plates used in combination with warning and regulatory signs


There are a few exceptions to the shape and colour rules, to give certain signs greater prominence. Examples are the "STOP" and "GIVE WAY" sign.


Always Look out for all signs when you are driving, they are there to help you know what to do, what not do and where to go.


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