This sign marks the end of a works site. It confirms that temporary speed limits, lane restrictions and any other temporary orders no longer apply from that point.
It is deliberately plain so that it is not mistaken for a new instruction.
What this sign means
All temporary restrictions associated with the works have ended. The permanent speed limit for that road applies again.
The sign does not itself set a speed limit, so you need to know what the normal limit for the road is.
What to do when you see it
Return to normal driving, but only when the road ahead genuinely allows it.
- Resume the permanent speed limit for that road, not a speed of your choosing.
- Check mirrors before accelerating away, as traffic may still be bunched.
- Watch for vehicles rejoining from the works exit.
- Look for repeater signs to confirm the permanent limit.
How this sign is tested
Questions check that you understand the sign ends restrictions but does not set a new limit, so you must know the default limit for the road type.
It is often paired with questions about national speed limits.
Common mistakes
Assuming the national speed limit applies on any road once the works end, when the permanent limit may be much lower.
Accelerating hard the moment the sign passes while traffic ahead is still in the works layout.
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Practise road sign questionsFrequently asked questions
Does this sign set a speed limit?
No. It ends temporary restrictions and returns the road to its permanent limit.
How do I know the permanent limit?
Look for repeater signs, or use the presence of street lighting as an indicator of a 30 mph limit unless signed otherwise.
Does it end lane closures too?
Yes, it ends the temporary traffic order for the works as a whole.