The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 1994

Bus lanes

23.—(1) In the sign shown in diagram 962, 962.2, 963, 963.2, 964, 1048 or 1048.1 the expression “bus lane” has the meaning given in paragraphs (2) and (3).

(2) Before 1st January 1997 “bus lane” in the signs referred to in paragraph (1) means a traffic lane reserved for—

(a) public service vehicles used in the provision of local services or scheduled express services;

(b) school buses;

(c) works buses; and

(d) pedal cycles and taxis where indicated on the sign shown in diagram 958 or 959 and pedal cycles where indicated on the sign shown in diagram 960, 962.2, 963.2 or 1048.1.

(3) After 31st December 1996 “bus lane” in the signs referred to in paragraph (1) means a traffic lane reserved for—

(a) motor vehicles constructed or adapted to carry more than 8 passengers (exclusive of the driver);

(b) local buses not so constructed or adapted; and

(c) pedal cycles and taxis where indicated on the sign shown in diagram 958 or 959 and pedal cycles where indicated on the sign shown in diagram 960, 962.2, 963.2 or 1048.1.