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understood by the public and to minimise the risk of confusion through having too many different restriction periods, a 24-hour stopping restriction is occasionally imposed when technically a shorter period might suffice. Although some road users might be inconvenienced in these instances, it is considered that as a general principle, we should, if necessary, err on the side of caution, as safety

I should however like to is always of paramount importance.

stress that the Transport Department is always prepared to consider suggestions for a relaxation of the restrictions in particular cases if representations are made to them.