No loading at any time sign

What it means

Loading and unloading are prohibited at all times throughout the year.

The plate says loading is not allowed at any time. It goes with a double kerb mark, which means no loading at any time.

A single kerb mark means loading is prohibited only during the times shown on the plate.

Where you'll see it

Beside roads with double yellow lines and double kerb marks.

Rules to know

• A double kerb mark means no loading at any time and is normally supplemented by a 'No loading at any time' plate. A single kerb mark means that loading is prohibited during the times shown on the associated plate.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 46

• Disabled badge holders may not park when loading restrictions are in force.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 46

Read more

• Parking signs and lines: yellow lines, kerb marks and baysWhat UK parking lines and signs mean: yellow lines, kerb marks for loading, parking bays, controlled zones, pavement parking and Blue Badge rules.

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Thinking you may load because you are only stopping briefly.

  Instead: Loading is banned at all times where this sign applies.

Test yourself

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What does this sign mean?

• AA 20 mph speed limit applies throughout the zone.
• BNo loading or unloading at any time
• CLarge or slow vehicles must phone for permission
• DNo stopping during the times shown on a red route

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