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title: "No Right Turn Sign Meaning | UK Road Signs | Fast Track"
url: https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/theory/road-signs/no-right-turn
description: "Learn the No Right Turn sign meaning, Highway Code rule P.612, theory test questions, and safe driving habits."
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---

# No right turn — UK road sign

This prohibitory sign informs drivers that turning right at the upcoming junction or entrance is illegal.

Image: No right turn — red, white and black circle UK road sign (https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/signs/no-right-turn.svg)

The 'No Right Turn' sign features a black arrow pointing right with a red prohibition slash across it, set inside a red ring.

It is placed prior to junctions, one-way systems, or private entrances where right-turning traffic would block major flows or cross dangerous oncoming traffic lanes.

## What this sign means

Drivers must not turn right at the junction or location where the sign is situated.

The restriction applies equally to private entrances, side roads, and multi-lane intersections.

- Rightward arrow with diagonal red prohibition bar.
- Prevents cross-traffic obstruction and head-on conflict.
- Mandatory compliance for all vehicle categories.

## What to do when you see it

Plan your route to proceed straight ahead or turn left as directed by lane signs.

To reach a destination on your right, proceed past the junction and use a subsequent roundabout or side street block to turn around.

## How this sign is tested

Theory exams present multiple-choice junction diagrams asking which manoeuvres are legal when approaching this sign.

Questions test whether you understand that turning right remains illegal even if the road appears empty.

## Common mistakes

Assuming a right turn is permitted when no oncoming cars are visible is a critical mistake.

Drivers sometimes confuse this sign with 'Ahead Only' or fail to spot it when positioned alongside high-level traffic light signals.

## Test yourself on this one

Road and traffic signs is the biggest category in the question bank with 102 questions, and signs turn up inside other categories too. Work through them free, no sign-up needed.

Practise road sign questions (https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/theory/practice)

## Frequently asked questions

Can I turn right if traffic signals show a green ball light?

No, prohibitory road signs override green directional light indications unless a specific green arrow permits the move.

What should I do if I accidentally enter a No Right Turn junction?

Proceed straight or left safely; never complete an illegal right turn.

Is 'No Right Turn' always placed on the left side of the road?

It is often duplicated on traffic light posts or central islands for maximum visibility.

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