When you see this sign, look out for any direction signs and judge whether you need to signal your intentions. Do this in good time so that other road users approaching the roundabout know what you’re planning to do.

Signs with blue circles mostly give a positive instruction. These are often found in urban areas and include signs for mini-roundabouts and directional arrows.

Priority signs are normally shown where the road is narrow and there isn’t enough room for two vehicles to pass. These can be at narrow bridges, road works and where there’s a width restriction. Make sure that you know who has priority, don’t force your way through. Show courtesy and consideration to other road users.

‘No entry’ signs are used in places such as one-way streets to prevent vehicles driving against the traffic. To ignore one would be dangerous, both for yourself and other road users, as well as being against the law.

Road signs that prohibit overtaking are placed in locations where passing the vehicle in front is dangerous. If you see this sign don’t attempt to overtake. The sign is there for a reason and you must obey it.

Signs in the shape of a circle give orders. A sign with a red circle means that you aren’t allowed to do something. Study Know Your Traffic Signs to ensure that you understand what the different traffic signs mean.

The ‘no right turn’ sign may be used to warn road users that there is a ‘no entry’ prohibition on a road to the right ahead.

In some built-up areas, you may find the speed limit reduced to 20 mph. Driving at a slower speed will help give you the time and space to see and deal safely with hazards such as pedestrians and parked cars.

The triangular shapes above and below the dimensions indicate a height restriction that applies to the road ahead.

This sign is shown where slow-moving vehicles would impede the flow of traffic, for example in tunnels. However, if you need to slow down or even stop to avoid an incident or potential collision, you should do so.

Road signs in the shape of a circle give orders. Those with a red circle are mostly prohibitive. The ‘stop’ sign is octagonal to give it greater prominence. Signs giving orders MUST always be obeyed.

If you’re travelling on a dual carriageway that becomes a single carriageway road, reduce your speed gradually so that you aren’t exceeding the limit as you enter. There might not be a sign to remind you of the limit, so make sure you know what the speed limits are for different types of roads and vehicles.

Even though you have left the restricted area, make sure that you park where you won’t endanger other road users or cause an obstruction.

Look out for traffic signs. Disobeying or not seeing a sign could be dangerous. It may also be an offence for which you could be prosecuted.

Take extra care when you encounter trams. Look out for road markings and signs that alert you to them. Modern trams are very quiet and you may not hear them approaching.

Where you see this sign the 20 mph restriction ends. Check all around for possible hazards and only increase your speed if it’s safe to do so.

If you’re in places where there are likely to be pedestrians such as outside schools, near parks, residential areas and shopping areas, you should be extra-cautious and keep your speed down. Many local authorities have taken measures to slow traffic down by creating traffic calming measures such as speed humps. They are there for a reason; slow down.

There will be a plate or additional sign to tell you when the restrictions apply.

Blue circles tell you what you must do and this sign gives a clear instruction to turn left ahead. You should be looking out for signs at all times and know what they mean.

This sign is in place to ensure a clear route for traffic. Don’t stop except in an emergency.

You should know the speed limit for the road on which you are travelling, and the vehicle that you are driving. The different speed limits are shown in The Highway Code.

These signs are often seen in one-way streets that have more than one lane. When you see this sign, use the route that’s the most convenient and doesn’t require a late change of direction.

There are three basic types of traffic sign, those that, warn, inform or give orders. Generally, triangular signs warn, rectangular ones give information or directions, and circular signs usually give orders. An exception is the eight-sided ‘STOP’ sign.

You must comply with all traffic signs and be especially aware of those signs which apply specifically to the type of vehicle you are using.