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The limits on HGV driving hours in the UK The main EU rules on driving hours are that you must not drive more than: 9 hours in a day – this can be extended to 10 hours twice a week. 56 hours in a week. 90 hours in any 2 consecutive weeks.

The signs are advisory only and there's no recourse to the law if an HGV tries to negotiate the road. A road may be unsuitable for HGV's because of: limited width due to sharp bend or walls either side of the road. steep gradients meaning a long or articulated vehicle may struggle to negotiate the hazard.

Lane restrictions HGVs are restricted to using lanes 1 and 2, and on a four-lane motorway lane 3. HGVs are not allowed to use the furthest right lane (sometimes known as the outside lane).

The most common type of HGV restriction is that of 7.5 tonnes (except for loading). This generally means HGVs with a maximum gross weight of 7.5 tonnes are prohibited by the restriction, however there are often exemptions for loading to allow deliveries etc.

The London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS) controls the movement of heavy goods vehicles (HGV) over 18 tonnes maximum gross weight. It operates at night and at weekends on specific roads in London helping to minimise noise pollution.