Bullet point lists

Use unordered bullet point lists to make text easier to read.

Lists should be as short as possible, with a limit of about 6 items.

Each item should be as short and simple as possible.

Use:

• a lead-in line and write the points so they follow on from the lead-in line
• a colon at the end of the lead-in line
• lowercase at the start of the bullet, unless it's a name or acronym

Don't:

• use full stops within bullet points, use a colon or comma or start a new bullet point instead
• say 'or' at the start or end of bullet points
• put any punctuation at the end of bullet points, even the last one

If it’s not possible to have a lead-in line before your bullet point list:

• give your list a heading
• start each bullet point with a capital letter
• end each bullet point with a full stop

For example:

What to do with your waste

• Keep clinical waste separate from other bins and recycling.
• Store it in a yellow box or sack.
• Double bag it, if the waste is particularly wet or heavy.