One way (pedestrian advice) sign

What it means

Traffic on this road is one-way in the direction of the arrow.

The sign advises pedestrians crossing the road that traffic comes from one direction only, the way the arrow points.

Pedestrians should still look both ways, in case a vehicle is going the wrong way or a cyclist is allowed against the flow.

Where you'll see it

At crossing points on one-way streets, usually mounted at pedestrian height.

Rules to know

• This sign advises pedestrians crossing the road that traffic is one-way in the direction shown.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 137

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Confusing it with the one-way traffic sign for drivers.

  Instead: This blue sign is advice for pedestrians. Drivers use the white arrow on a blue background that points the way.

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What does this sign mean?

• ADirections to a tourist attraction
• BThe bus lane ends here
• CTraffic is one-way in the direction shown
• DParking partly on the verge or footway

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