Rule 144: You MUST NOT drive dangerously drive without due…

The rules either side

The Code reads in order, and each of these names the rule it goes to rather than saying only ‘next’.

Rule 143: One-way streetsThe rule before this one Rule 145: You MUST NOT drive on or over a pavementThe rule after this one

General advice

15 rules

The rules the Code files beside this one, in its order.

Rule 144: You MUST NOT drive dangerously drive without due care and attention…drive without reasonable consideration for other road users. Driving requires focus and attention at all times.Rule 145: You MUST NOT drive on or over a pavementfootpath or bridleway except to gain lawful access to property, or in the case of an emergency.Rule 146: Adapt your driving to the appropriate type and condition of road you are onIn particular do not treat speed limits as a target.Rule 147: Be considerateBe careful of and considerate towards all types of road users, especially those requiring extra care (see Rule 204).Rule 148: Safe driving and riding needs concentrationAvoid distractions when driving or riding such as loud music (this may mask other sounds) trying to read maps starting…Rule 149: You MUST exercise proper control of your vehicle at all timesYou MUST NOT use a hand-held mobile phone, or similar device, capable of interactive communication (such as a tablet)…Rule 150: There is a danger of driver distraction being caused by in-vehicle…systems such as satellite navigation systems, congestion warning systems, PCs, multi-media, etc.Rule 151: In slow-moving trafficYou should reduce the distance between you and the vehicle ahead to maintain traffic flow never get so close to the…Rule 152: Residential streetsYou should drive slowly and carefully on streets where there are likely to be pedestrians, cyclists and parked cars.Rule 153: Traffic-calming measuresOn some roads there are features such as road humps, chicanes and narrowings which are intended to slow you down.Rule 154: Take extra care on country roads and reduce your speed at approaches to bendswhich can be sharper than they appear, and at junctions and turnings, which may be partially hidden.Rule 155: Single-track roadsThese are only wide enough for one vehicle. They may have special passing places.Rule 156: Do not park in passing placesDo not park in passing places.Rule 157: Certain motorised vehicles do not meet the construction and technical…requirements for road vehicles and are generally not intended, not suitable and not legal for road, pavement, footpath…Rule 158: Certain models of motorcyclesmotor tricycles and quadricycles, also called quad bikes, are suitable only for off-road use and do not meet legal…

General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders

Rules 103 to 158

The other groups in this part of the Code, and the rest of it.

Signals4 rules Other stopping procedures6 rules Lighting requirements4 rules Control of the vehicle10 rules Lines and lane markings on the road6 rules Multi-lane carriageways11 rules General advice15 rules

All of General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and ridersRules 103 to 158 on one page Road signs and markingsEvery sign this rule refers to, each one on a page you can link to.