Rule 303 : Sharing the Road with Trams

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Tram stops. Where the tram stops at a platform, either in the middle or at the side of the road, you MUST follow the route shown by the road signs and markings. At stops without platforms you MUST NOT drive between a tram and the left-hand kerb when a tram has stopped to pick up passengers. If there is no alternative route signed, do not overtake the tram - wait until it moves off.

Law RTRA sects 5 & 8

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Rule 303 : Sharing the Road with Trams

STOPS WITH PLATFORMS

STOPS WITHOUT PLATFORMS

Do Not Pass on the Left

You MUST NOT drive between a stationary tram and the left - hand kerb while it is picking up or dropping off passengers .

Follow Road Signs and Markings

Where a tram stop features a platform in the middle or at the side of the road , you MUST strictly follow the route indicated by road signs .

Platform Stops

These are designated areas where passengers wait on a raised area rather than the left - hand kerbside .

Wait for Movement

If there is no signed alternative route , do not atternpt to overtake the tram ; stay stationary until the tram moves off .

Legal Basis

These regulations are enforced under the Road Traffic Regulation Act ( RTRA ) sections 5 and 8 .