You are on a motorway. A red cross is displayed above the hard shoulder. What does this mean?

Explanation: Active Traffic Management schemes are being introduced on motorways. Within these areas at certain times the hard shoulder will be used as a running lane. A red cross above the hard shoulder shows that this lane should NOT be used, except for emergencies and breakdowns.

Category: Motorway Rules

References: The Official DVSA Guide to Driving: Section 18, Highway Code: Rule 258, Highway Code: Rule 269