Reddit: When can you park here? Road sign confuses Reddit users

A debate has started online about the correct meaning of a road sign on a lamp post - leaving people "confused" by varying opinions. Reddit users were quick to comment on the post uploaded in recent weeks showing the sign on a street in Oxford. The sign shows that cars may be parked partially on the verge or footpath, but that's not what has baffled those who have commented. Underneath it goes on to state "8am - 6.30pm Permit holders or two hours. No return within two hours". One Reddit user commented: "It means you can also park for two hours without a permit. So actually, you can park there from 4.30pm." Another commented below: "Until 10am." While one user said: "All the limitations only apply between 8am and 6.30pm." "You can park there at any time without a permit, but you are limited to two hours during certain periods," someone else commented. "That was my understanding too," the thread continued. "But top comments seem to suggest from 4.30pm...So I'm confused as to which is right?" Don't be in the dark - check your lights today. ✨ Have someone walk around the car while it's running to check they work. 🚘 Worn-out bulbs are a common MOT issue - this 10-minute task could save you time and money down the line. 💡 pic.twitter.com/KQf6S099Ct As the debate continued, another person on Reddit said: "The two hours would cover you from 4.30-6.30pm but then you can stay there until 8am. However, a spanner was thrown in the works, when someone else said: "Wouldn't it actually be 10am, do you get another two hours the next day?" Leaving one frustrated user to add: "Just confusing, I'm not sure what's right or wrong now." The picture part of the sign also led to a discussion on verge parking. One user said: "Always regrettable to see the graphic officially endorsing pavement parking." "All the smaller roads around me are like this," someone replied in response. Recommended reading: Highway Code: The common road signs most drivers get wrong Highway Code: Drivers face £1,000 fines for flashing lights Bright car headlights in UK - rules and what could change "They've even painted spaces that half cover the pavement. "The roads are all single width with terrace houses either side. There's really no option." Road signs in the UK, as outlined in the Highway Code, are categorized by shape and colour to convey orders, warnings, and information. Circular signs give orders, triangular signs warn of hazards and rectangular signs provide information. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Please report any comments that break our rules. You must verify your phone number before you can comment. Please enter your phone number below, and a verification code will be sent to you by text message. Please enter the six-digit verification code sent to you by SMS. Your verification code has been sent a second time to the mobile phone number you provided. Your verification code has been sent a third time to the mobile phone number you provided. You have requested your verification code too many times. Please try again later. The code you entered has not been recognised. Please try again You have failed to enter a correct code after three attempts. Please try again later. Get involved with the news