77. Power to restrict traffic

The Minister may by order signified in the Gazette —

prohibit absolutely or on certain roads or ports thereof the use of any particular description of vehicle which in his opinion is likely to cause excessive wear and tear of the road, or be dangerous or inconvenient to the public;

prohibit or restrict the use of any vehicle or any class of vehicle on any specified road within any area, either generally or during particular hours;

authorise the maintenance in force for any period not exceeding 3 months of any order made under section 78; or

generally restrict or regulate the use of vehicles in such manner as circumstances may appear to require.