UK’s Highway Code Changes Go Live Amid Concern Over Drivers’ Lack of Awareness

UK’s Highway Code Changes Go Live Amid Concern Over Drivers’ Lack of Awareness
A woman rides along a cycle lane next to heavy traffic in Birmingham, England, on Jan. 25, 2022. Jacob King/PA
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A major revamp of the UK’s Highway Code to boost protection for cyclists and pedestrians comes into force on Saturday amid concern that millions of drivers are unaware of the changes.

The new guidance means traffic should give way when pedestrians are crossing or waiting to cross at junctions.