Children up to 3 years of age
Front seat - correct child restraint MUST be worn
Rear seat - correct child restraint MUST be worn
NOTES: Children under 3 years MUST use an appropriate child restraint in ALL cars, vans and goods vehicles. The ONLY exception is in the rear of a taxi. Rear facing baby seats MUST not be used in a seat where there is a frontal air bag UNLESS it has been deactivated.
Children from 3 years of age up to 135cm (approx 4'5") OR 12th birthday
Front sear - correct child restraint MUST be worn
Rear seat - correct child restraint MUST be worn
Exceptions: An adult seat belt can be worn ONLY if:
- in a licensed taxi/private hire vehicle
- for an unexpected necessary journey of a short distance
- if there are two occupied child restraints fitted which prevent the fitting of a third
NO