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Why I Don't Use Interruption Pages
Interruption pages often backfire by looking like dismissible banners rather than forcing the user to make a conscious choice.
What: UX reviewer Adam Silver argues that standard radio button questions are more effective than the GOV.UK Design System's 'interruption page' pattern, which uses distinct panels that users often mindlessly bypass.
Why it matters: Pattern-based interruptions that differ from the standard flow risk being ignored by users treating them as ads, whereas integrated form controls maintain flow while requiring explicit input.
Takeaway: Replace interruption pages in your form flows with standard radio button questions that require an explicit selection to proceed.
Original article
A UX reviewer argues against using interruption pages, a GOV.UK Design System pattern meant to pause users with warnings mid-journey. Interruption pages offer multiple actions, use unconventional button labels, and look like dismissible banners rather than part of the form flow. A standard question with radio buttons is recommended instead, since it forces conscious decisions without needing a visually distinct screen.
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