# The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016, Paragraph 24: Height of legends to be proportionate

Extent: E+W+S

(1) This paragraph applies whether or not the sign consists of a single panel or more than one panel.
(2) The x-height of a legend used on a sign provided for in this Schedule must be in proportion to the size of any symbol on the sign.
(3) Where a sign contains more than one legend, the x height must be the same for each legend.
(4) Sub-paragraph (3) does not apply to the legends provided for at item 7 or 10 in the Part 3 sign table.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2016/362/schedule/4/paragraph/24 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/traffic-signs-regulations-and-general-directions-2016/schedule-4/paragraph-24
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