Temporary sign
No road markings sign
What does the No road markings sign mean?
Warns that there are no road markings for the distance shown, often after resurfacing. Take extra care.
Also known as: No road markings for 2 miles
What it means
Road markings are temporarily missing for the distance shown.
Without centre lines, lane markings or give way lines, it is harder to judge where to position your vehicle.
Keep to the left, take extra care at junctions, and do not assume other drivers know who has priority.
Where you'll see it
After resurfacing, before the road markings have been repainted.
Rules to know
The sign shows a temporary absence of road markings for the distance shown.
Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 161
Common mistakes
Mistake: Assuming normal priorities without the markings.
Instead: Give way lines may be missing too. Approach junctions slowly and be ready to give way.
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See also
Road works
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Sources
- Know Your Traffic Signs (Department for Transport, Sixth edition, 2023), Signs for road works and temporary situations, p. 161
Sign image: Department for Transport, Traffic sign images (diagram 7012). © Crown copyright, reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026. This page explains the sign in our own words; for the full rules, see The Highway Code. How we source and check content