No U-Turn Sign: You may not turn round to go back the way you came.
No U-turns (Prohibition sign (category C))

No U-Turn Sign: meaning and what to do

Quick answer:You may not turn round to go back the way you came. Continue and find a legal place to turn.

A red ring with a U-shaped arrow and a red slash means you must not turn round to go back the way you came. Continue to a place where turning is allowed.

What to do when you see this sign

Continue and find a legal place to turn.

What kind of sign is it?

Prohibition sign (category C). Round signs with a red ring tell you what you must not do. Breaking them is an offence and can mean a fine and penalty points.

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Questions about this sign

What does the no U-turn sign mean?
You must not turn round to go back the way you came. Carry on and find a legal place to turn.

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