The Highway Code is essential reading for all road users, and not just those who are about to take their driving test!
Once you have passed your driving or riding test, it’s all too easy to fall into ‘bad habits’ and to forget the rules of the road. However, the rules are now available to carry around with you on your mobile device so no matter where you are, you have a handy guide to refer to.
The Code covers rules for everyone, pedestrians, riders, drivers & cyclists. If we all read the code and stick to the rules, the roads will be a much safer place.
All aspects of road safety are covered in Highway Code including general driving & riding advice and looking out for vulnerable road users. It covers driving in bad weather conditions, waiting and parking, all the way through to driving on motorways. There is advice on what to do in the event of a breakdown and how to behave at roadworks.
Latest Highway Code Updates
- 09/2023 – Updated rules 113 and 124 as the national speed limit for built-up areas in Wales has changed from 30mph to 20mph.
- 09/2023 – Added Restricted Roads (20mph Speed Limit) Order 2022 to the list of legislation – The Road user and the Law.
- 07/2022 – Replaced Powers of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000 with the Sentencing Act 2020 in the list of acts and regulations from 1988 onwards – The Road user and the Law.
- 07/2022 – Updated the penalties for causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by careless driving under the influence of drink or drugs – Penalties.
- 07/2022 – Added information about automated vehicles and self-driving vehicles.
- 03/2022 Updated rule 149 – Information about using mobile phones and other devices whilst driving.
Useful Information
There are number of annexes, with lots of information for all road users. These include:
- You and your bicycle
- Motorcycle licence requirements
- Vehicle documents and learner driver requirements
- The road user and the law
- Penalties
- Vehicle maintenance, safety and security
- First aid on the road
- Safety code for new drivers
There are also links to other websites too where you can find much more information, for instance, legislation and documents, and advice about all aspects of travel and using the road.
Whether you’re a new driver or rider, or someone with experience, The Highway Code is still an important tool. If you want to stay safe on the roads, and also to help others stay safe; then now is the time to brush up on your motoring knowledge with your own copy of the official Highway Code.