Paragraph 16 I1

England, Wales and Scotland

(1)

Subject to sub-paragraphs (2) to (4), the sign may remain in place for a period of six months beginning with the day the sign is placed.

(2)

The period may be extended with the approval of—

(a)

the Secretary of State in relation to a road in England;

(b)

Scottish Ministers in relation to a road in Scotland; or

(c)

Welsh Ministers in relation to a road in Wales.

(3)

In the case of a sign conveying a change in route number, the period is two years, not six months.

(4)

Sub-paragraph (1) does not apply to a sign—

(a)

placed only in connection with the execution of works on or near a road, or a temporary obstruction;

(b)

conveying information about check points at which goods vehicles or public service vehicles may be required to stop; or

(c)

indicating diversions.

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