On Yellow Lines
A vehicle is allowed to wait when delivering and collecting,
loading and unloading goods or equipment. However there are
conditions:
- It must be necessary to park, not merely convenient.
- The driver may only park for as long as is necessary to
collect/deliver goods or load/unload.
These provisions do not cover: - popping into a shop, using a
cash machine, stopping to visit a toilet.
When can you not load or unload on yellow lines?
Where loading/unloading is specially prohibited for example; on
the approaches either side of a pedestrian crossing (identified by
zigzag markings) or where there are yellow 'blip' markings on the
kerb.
Enforcement
- The improper use of hazard lights does not prevent a Penalty
Charge Notice from being issued.
- Vehicles must be moved on instruction from a Police Officer
or a Civil Enforcement Officer (formally Parking Attendant).
Enforcement
Designated Loading Areas
Where a length of road is reserved for loading only, this will
be indicated by a white bay marking and the words 'LOADING ONLY' ON
THE CARRIAGEWAY.
In addition a sign will indicate the time of
operation.
