Stop and Yield signs
As you can see from the diagram, the upright Stop sign is a red octagon with a white border. It is the only regulatory sign of this shape. Stop signs appear at junctions with major roads. If you approach a Stop sign, you must stop completely before entering the major road, no matter how quiet it might appear.
Stop
The upright Yield sign shown is just one version of this sign. Other versions are the same shape and colour but might say ‘Yield Right of Way’, or ‘Géill Slí’. If you see a Yield sign on the road, usually near a junction or roundabout, you must give way to any traffic on a major road ahead and you must not proceed onto the main road until it is safe to do so. Make sure you allow enough time to complete your manoeuvre. It is better to be safe than sorry.
Yield Géill Slí
Traffic lane control signs
These traffic lane control signs will be found on national roads or motorways. When the signs are operational, the amber lights at the top and bottom will flash in turn.