More pedestrian crossings are being constructed where a cycle lane also exists. Who has the right of way?
There are two scenarios:
There’s currently no legislation to define the right of way of cyclists crossing in this manner (it was written before cycling lanes were a thing).
In the meantime, while the legislation isn’t explicit about the rule, an additional sign reading ‘To cyclists and pedestrians’ is added for motor vehicle drivers. Drivers can then apply the normal pedestrian crossing give way rules.
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