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Section 6 - Traffic Signs and Road Markings
rules of the road Ireland - One-way streets
Section 6.4 - Traffic Signs and Road Markings
One-way street
When you are approaching a one-way street, you may see one of two regulatory signs. If you are at the entrance to a one-way street, you will see the 'Proceed Straight Ahead' regulatory sign. If you are approaching the 'wrong' end of a one-way street, you will see the regulatory road markings shown below to indicate 'No Entry' and you must not enter past those markings.

You may also see an upright 'No Entry' sign with the road markings.

Driving in a one-way street
Even though all traffic on a one-way street is travelling in the same direction, you should still drive on the left-hand side. You may leave the left-hand side only if you intend to overtake or turn right up ahead. You may drive on either side of a traffic island, but take note of arrow markings on the road.
Only change lanes if you have to. If you have to change lanes, check your mirrors and blind spots for any traffic coming up behind or overtaking you. When the way is clear, signal your intention and move, giving way to any traffic already in the lane.
When turning right from a one-way street, drive as close as you can to the righthand side.
Remember that the road at the end of a one-way street may be two-way. You may see the warning sign below if it is.

Streets for pedestrians
The regulatory sign below shows that the street is closed to all road users except pedestrians at the time shown on the information plate underneath.
