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A limit of 30 miles per hour or 48 kilometres per hour usually applies to all traffic on all roads with street lighting
The standards set out what it takes to be a safe and responsible driver, rider or cyclist, and to provide training to drivers, riders and cyclists.
You could get a fine and penalty points if you're caught speeding, or could even lose your licence
Legal noise limits for on and off-road vehicles, and what to do if you're affected by road, rail or aircraft noise
Check the tariff classification for a four-wheeled vehicle with an electric motor powered by rechargeable batteries.
Electric bikes meeting the EAPC regulations can be ridden on the road without being taxed, licensed or insured.
The eyesight rules to pass your driving test and for whenever you're driving.
Local speed limits are set by the council
You must declare if an HGV is exempt from needing a speed limiter when you take it for its MOT (annual test).
The legal alcohol limits for drivers in the UK - microgrammes, milligrammes
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