A lorry with a maximum laden weight of 10 tonnes is making a delivery on a busy street. There is no suitable parking bay, so the driver stops with two wheels on the pavement to unload. When is this allowed under the Highway Code?

Explanation

Highway Code Rule 246 states that goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes (including any trailer) must not be parked on a verge, pavement or land between carriageways without police permission. The only exception is when parking is essential for loading or unloading, and in that case the vehicle must not be left unattended. This helps protect vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, wheelchair users and people with pushchairs who rely on clear, safe pavements.