Offside lane (of three) closed

Warns that the right-hand lane of a three-lane carriageway is closed ahead.

Warning signs for road work

What should you do?

Leave the right lane in good time and use the two remaining lanes.

How to recognise it

Orange diamond with two upward arrows on the left and one blocked bar on the right.

Common confusion

Count the arrows: two open lanes remain, and only the right one is closed.

Explanation written by the My Driving Test editorial team using the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual conventions and the RSA Rules of the Road.

Nearside lane (of two) closed Nearside lane (of three) closed

Quick Facts

Category: Warning signs for road work
Sign Name: Offside lane (of three) closed
Category Size: 52 signs

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