Driving in Britain

Driving in Norfolk

Driving rules & Highway Code

You can find out all the rules about driving in Britain in the UK Highway Code. To drive in Britain legally, you must follow the rules and regulations set out in the Highway Code very carefully.

Driving rules & Highway Code
Car

Parking

Parking in Britain can be very complicated. There are lots of different regulations to follow, and sometimes it can be hard knowing where you can park.

Parking
Congestion charge

Congestion zone charge

If you're planning on driving through London, you'll probably be affected by the Congestion Zone Charge.

Congestion zone charge
Touring Britain

Driving licences

If you want to drive in Britain, you must have a valid, full driving license or driving permit.

Driving licences
Driving alongside a lake in Wales

Driving in Britain for mobility, hearing or visually impaired or disabled people

Find out about accessible road maps, Britain's service areas, disabled parking spaces and who to contact if you have motoring difficulties here.

Driving in Britain for mobility, hearing or visually impaired or disabled people
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Low Emission Zone

From February 2008, a Low Emission Zone (LEZ) will be introduced across London. The aim of the scheme is to improve air quality in the city by deterring the most polluting vehicles from driving in the area.

Low Emission Zone
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