General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and ridersRule 105

Obey Authorised Persons' Traffic Signals

This rule is a legal requirement
You MUST obey signals given by police officers, traffic officers, traffic wardens (see ‘Signals by authorised persons‘) and signs used by school crossing patrols.

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💡Example

You must follow instructions from police officers, traffic officers, and other authorised personnel when driving. For example, if a school crossing patrol holds up a stop sign for children to cross, you must stop your vehicle until the sign is lowered and it is safe to proceed.

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