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  » Driving Rules of the road in UK :

There are following important rules to remember when driving in UK:

  • Drive on the left-hand side of the road.

  • Always pass (overtake) on the outside (right) lane.

  • Do not block the middle lane if the inside lane is clear.
  • When approaching a roundabout, give priority to traffic approaching from the right, unless otherwise indicated.
  • You must always stop at a red traffic light.
  • At a junction there’s no general priority rule – priority is marked at most junctions.
  • All traffic signals and road signs must be obeyed.
  • All vehicles must give way to emergency services vehicles.
  • The use of a car horn is not permitted in built-up areas from 23:30 to 07:00 hours.
  • Do not drive in bus lanes during restricted hours. See signs by the side of the road for times.
  • It’s illegal to use a mobile phone when driving. If you need to make a call, find a safe place to stop first.
  • For all adults of 14 years and over the wearing of front and rear seat belts is compulsory and the driver is responsible for ensuring children under 14 use the correct seat belts.

  • Fines can be exacted for a wide range of motoring offences, although on-the-spot fines aren’t imposed. Convictions for most motoring offences means an ‘endorsement’ of your license, which results in penalty points being imposed. Serious offences, such as dangerous or drunken driving involving injury or death to others, can result in a prison sentence.

    Driving Licenses

    If you already hold a driving license you may be able to use it for up to 12 months before you will be required to take a UK driving test. Alternatively you may be able to swap your existing license for a British license or apply for a provisional license and then take a test.

    The DVLA is the UK agency that manages all driving license related enquiries. And you can contact on their website www.dvla.gov.uk.

    Speed limits

    Different speed limits apply depending on the type of road and the vehicle you’re driving. You must not exceed the maximum speed limit set for the road and your vehicle. The following speed limits are in force for cars and motorcycles throughout the UK, unless traffic signs show otherwise:

  • Motorways and dual-carriageways: 70mph (113kph)
  • Unrestricted single carriageway roads: 60mph (97kph)
  • Built-up areas (towns): 30mph (48kph)

    The speed limit is the absolute maximum and does not mean it is safe to drive at that speed irrespective of conditions. Driving at speeds too fast for the road and traffic conditions can be dangerous and always reduce your speed when the road layout or condition presents hazards, such as bends and sharing the road with pedestrians and cyclists, particularly children and motorcyclists.

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