Introduce a hand signal for pedestrians to indicate crossing at zebra crossings
National
·31 contributorsInclude in the Highway code a clear hand signal for pedestrians to indicate they are intending to use the zebra crossing. We think it would help motorists with clearly understanding the intentions of pedestrians at point of crossing; similar to cyclists indicating when turning at junctions.
Heidi Alexander
Transport Secretary
Pedestrian hand signal proposal
Gauge pedestrian intent improve road safety
Strengthen road user partnership
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Introduce a hand signal for pedestrians to indicate crossing at zebra crossings
National
Include in the Highway code a clear hand signal for pedestrians to indicate they are intending to use the zebra crossing. We think it would help motorists with clearly understanding the intentions of pedestrians at point of crossing; similar to cyclists indicating when turning at junctions.
Pedestrian hand signal proposal
Gauge pedestrian intent improve road safety
Strengthen road user partnership