The Official Highway Code for Northern Ireland
Available for pre-order | 1 October 2026
Contents
Description
Learn the rules of the road for Northern Ireland
The ONLY official Highway Code for Northern Ireland. Stay safe, stay legal, and stay up to date with the latest rules of the road. This essential new edition includes all current road traffic rules and guidance for Northern Ireland, together with important changes introduced through Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL). Graduated Driver Licensing comes into effect on 1 October 2026.
Key benefits and features
- Learn the rules of the road – fully updated with the latest rules, regulations and road signs for Northern Ireland.
- Understand safe driving – read advice on road safety and best practice for all road users, including drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists, horse riders and pedestrians.
- Get ready for your theory test – key source material for theory tests.
- Learn about first aid – with expert first aid advice and guidance on dealing with road incidents.
- Essential for learner and newly qualified drivers – includes advice on vehicle licensing and maintenance while emphasising courtesy, attitude and awareness.
New to this edition
Fully updated to reflect the significant changes being introduced for learner drivers, newly qualified drivers, accompanying drivers, driving instructors, and parents or guardians supporting new drivers.
- Introduction to the structured approach to learning – including a mandatory minimum learning period, a programme of training and learner logbook.
- Graduated Driver Licensing requirements – understand the GDL requirements and the responsibilities they place on all road users.
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FAQs
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What’s Safe Driving for Life’s relationship with DVSA? | Safe Driving for Life is a collaboration between the Driver and Vehicles Standards Agency (DVSA) and The official publisher for the DVSA The Stationery Office (TSO). |
| Can I purchase large volumes books? | If you would like to buy a larger volume of books, please send an email with your contact information to our DVSA merchandising team, where they will be happy to pick up your request: dvsa.merchandising@williamslea.com |
| I would like to change or cancel my driving/theory test | Although we are the official publishers of the DVSA materials, we are unable to assist with queries regarding test amendments. Please contact the DVSA directly via phone: 0300 200 1122 or email: customerservices@dvsa.gov.uk / theorycustomerservices@dvsa.gov.uk and the DVSA team will be happy to assist you further. |
Don’t forget about our Advice section!
Our Advice section is packed full of advice for car drivers, motorcycle riders, heavy good vehicle drivers, bus and coach drivers, instructors and trainers, and other riding careers. You can access advice on how to pass your theory test, how to drive your vehicle, develop practical skills, and more!
