Using the Road, Junctions & Overtaking

Cyclists, horse riders and horse drawn vehicles may stay in the left-hand lane when they intend to continue across or around the roundabout and should signal right to show you they are not leaving the roundabout. - [Rule 186](rule_186)

Not assume that you can simply follow a vehicle ahead which is overtaking; there may only be enough room for one vehicle. - [Rule 163](rule_163)

You should not enter a pedestrian crossing if you are unable to completely clear the crossing. - [Rule 192](rule_192)

If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution. - [Rule 196](rule_196)

Do not hold up a long queue of traffic, especially if you are driving a large or slow-moving vehicle. Check your mirrors frequently, and if necessary, pull in where it is safe and let traffic pass. - [Rule 169](rule_169)

Toucan, puffin and equestrian crossings. These are similar to pelican crossings, but there is no flashing amber phase; the light sequence for traffic at these three crossings is the same as at traffic lights. - [Rule 199](rule_199)

You MUST NOT overtake: if you would have to cross or straddle double white lines with a solid line nearest to you. - [Rule 165](rule_165)

All vehicles MUST pass round the central markings except large vehicles which are physically incapable of doing so. Remember, there is less space to manoeuvre and less time to signal. Avoid making U-turns at mini-roundabouts. - [Rule 188](rule_188)

Watch out for traffic coming up on your left before you make the turn, especially if driving a large vehicle. Cyclists, motorcyclists and other road users in particular may be hidden from your view. - [Rule 182](rule_182)

DO NOT overtake where you might come into conflict with other road users. For example: approaching or at a road junction on either side of the road. - [Rule 167](rule_167)