Regulatory Signs
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This red octagonal sign means you must stop completely at the junction. It is used where stopping is legally required, even if no traffic is visible. Proceed only when the road is clear and safe.

A YIELD or Give Way sign instructs drivers to slow down and give priority before entering or joining traffic.

Vehicles exceeding 10.5 metres in length are prohibited past this point to avoid obstruction or accidents.

Circular signs with a red border and diagonal line through a symbol are prohibitory signs. This one indicates left turn is not allowed.

The arrow pointing right with a diagonal line means a right turn is prohibited. It is a regulatory road sign used to ensure safety.

This sign indicates that going straight ahead is not allowed. Drivers must turn or take another permitted route instead.

Arrows on supplementary plates show where the restriction applies. A left-pointing arrow means the restriction applies before reaching the sign (behind it).

Circular signs with a red border and a number indicate a mandatory maximum speed limit. Drivers must not exceed the speed shown on that stretch of road.

A circular red-bordered sign with TAXI and arrows means taxis are not allowed to enter or stop in that area. This differs from a blue square sign (taxi rank).

Circular signs with red borders and diagonal lines through symbols are prohibitory signs. A U-shaped arrow with a diagonal line indicates U-turns are not allowed.

This is a hand-held STOP sign used by a School Warden at crossings. Drivers must stop when displayed allowing children to cross safely under supervision.

This regulatory sign indicates overtaking is prohibited. The image of two cars one ahead of the other with a red border and diagonal line signifies this restriction.

The red circular sign without a symbol typically means No Entry. The supplementary plates specify the restriction 6 AM - 11 AM 7 days/week pedestrian zone only.

Géill Slí is Irish for Give Way or Yield. This red-bordered triangle instructs drivers to slow down and give way to traffic on the main road.

vehicles transporting explosive substances are not allowed on the road. Commonly seen near tunnels or cities.

A red circle speed limit sign is regulatory. When shown with amber flashing lights on a grey background it usually indicates a temporary school zone speed limit (like 30 km/h) in effect during specific times.

This means most vehicles cannot go there, or can only go at certain times, for specific reasons (like deliveries), or if they are special vehicles (like buses). Cyclists might have their own rules too.

The No Entry sign is a universal stop sign for all vehicles, telling them they cannot drive into that area. It helps prevent unauthorized access and ensures road safety by guiding traffic in the correct direction.

This sign a red circle with a red diagonal cross means No Stopping or No Waiting. It is stricter than No Parking – you cannot stop for any reason not even to let passengers in/out.

This regulatory sign indicates the maximum speed limit of 120 km/h, typically found on Irish motorways. Exceeding this limit can result in penalties.