You should wear a cycle helmet that conforms to current regulations, is the correct size and securely fastened. Evidence suggests that a correctly fitted helmet will reduce your risk of sustaining a head injury in certain circumstances. Laws RTA 1988 sect 36& TSRGD schedule 3 part 3, schedule 7 part 4, schedule 9 parts 4 and 6, schedule 13 part 6, schedule 14 part 2 Rule 70 She was a happy, noisy kid... now she whispers': Father of freed Irish-Israeli hostage Emily Hand reveals trauma of spending her ninth birthday running from missile strikes in Gaza Crossings. Toucan crossings are light-controlled crossings which allow cyclists and pedestrians to share crossing space and cross at the same time. They are push-button operated. Pedestrians and cyclists will see the green signal together. Cyclists are permitted to ride across. The level crossing is on a bend and there's a non-zero chance of skating on the rails but pretty much no-one dismounts for it. It's also now much simpler to cross by slaloming across the carriageway lanes since a 20mph limit and double-yellow lines were installed.

It should largely have been superseded by the 'cyclists rejoin carriageway' sign, according to the Traffic Signs Amendment (2) of 2011. However it is still widely and wrongly used by local authorities." my bold Stage 1: When the traffic lights turn green, cyclists wishing to make the turn should go straight ahead to the location marked by a cycle symbol and turn arrow on the carriageway; then stop and wait there Stage 2: When the traffic lights on the far side of the junction, now facing the cyclists, turn green, they should then complete the manoeuvre Rule 76 Remember that pedestrians may be deaf, blind or partially sighted and that this may not be obvious. Make sure you know the Highway Code regarding lights and reflectors – it is a legal requirement for you to have a white front and red rear light lit at night and to have a red rear reflector attached (in addition, amber pedal reflectors must be fitted if the bike was manufactured after 01/10/1985).Department for Transport data previously revealed that 2,472 pedestrians were injured in crashes involving a bicycle between 2016 and 2021. In that period there were 771 serious injuries and 15 deaths. watch out for obstructions in the road, such as drains, service covers and potholes, positioning yourself so you can move to the left (as well as to the right) to avoid them safely I will go on ignoring the sign, and since the crossing is on a very quiet lane I do not expect any problems. Mike Sales wrote:Does anyone have other examples of "Cyclists Dismount" signs on level crossings, whether straightforward or not?

when cycling on the road, only pass to the left of large vehicles when they are stationary or slow moving and you should proceed with caution as the driver may not be able to see you. Be particularly careful on the approach to junctions or where a large vehicle could change lanes to the left. At junctions with no separate cyclist facilities, it is recommended that you proceed as if you were driving a motor vehicle (see Rules 170 to 190). As with the Highway Code article, most – perhaps all – of what we set out below will already be familiar to experienced cyclists, but for those who are new to using pedal power to get around, the sheer diversity of signs as well as road markings and the messages they aim to convey can at first be daunting. Hopefully this primer will help set you on the right path, literally as well as figuratively. Tearful' headteacher Ruth Perry told Ofsted inspectors 'it's not looking good is it' and said she 'couldn't show her face again' before taking her own life after inspection, inquest hears be considerate of the needs of other road users when riding in groups. You can ride two abreast and it can be safer to do so, particularly in larger groups or when accompanying children or less experienced riders. Be aware of drivers behind you and allow them to overtake (for example, by moving into single file or stopping) when you feel it is safe to let them do so

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SARAH VINE: Where DO Harry and Meghan stand in relation to this puppet of theirs? If the Duke and Duchess of Sussex don't denounce the poison in Omid Scobie's new book, we can only assume they endorse it Road positioning. When riding on the roads, there are two basic road positions you should adopt, depending on the situation. Full details about the correct procedure at roundabouts without cycle facilities are contained in Rules 184 to 190.