Rule 258
Red flashing light signals and a red ‘X’ on a sign identify a closed lane in which people, stopped vehicles or other hazards are present. You MUST follow the instructions on signs in advance of a closed lane to move safely to an open lane MUST NOT drive in a closed lane. A sign will inform you when the lane is no longer closed by displaying a speed limit or the word ‘END’. Rule 258: signals and signs indicating lane closures Rule 258: signals and signs indicating lane closures Be aware that there can be several hazards in a closed lane emergency services and traffic authorities use closed lanes to reach incidents and help people in need where the left lane is closed at an exit slip road, this means that the exit cannot be used. Where red flashing light signals and closure of all lanes are shown on a sign, the road is closed. You MUST NOT go beyond the sign in any lane or use the hard shoulder to avoid the road closure unless directed to do so by a police or traffic officer. Rule 258: signals and signs indicating lane closures Lane and road closures indicated by red flashing lights are enforced by the police. Laws RTA 1988 sects 35 & 36 as amended by TMA sect 6 , TSRGD reg 3 and sched 15 , MT(E&W)R reg 9 & MT(S)R reg 8 .