leaving at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) when overtaking people cycling at speeds of up to 30mph, and giving them more space when overtaking at higher speeds

Junctions— You should give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a road that you’re turning into Updated rule 125 to explain that unsafe speed increases the chances of causing a collision, as well as its severity, and that inappropriate speeds are intimidating, deterring people from walking, cycling or riding horses. Updated the list of road users you should reduce your speed when sharing the road with to include older adults, disabled people and horse drawn vehicles. riding in the centre of their lane on quiet roads, in slower-moving traffic and at the approach to junctions or road narrowings The Highway Code book is full of useful road-related advice, as well as the legal requirements and prohibited actions on Britain's highways. Here's a simple summary of the contents:Everyone suffers when road collisions occur, whether they are physically injured or not. But those in charge of vehicles that can cause the greatest harm in the event of a collision bear the greatest responsibility to take care and reduce the danger they pose to others. This principle applies most strongly to drivers of large goods and passenger vehicles, vans/minibuses, cars/taxis and motorcycles. New rules on the hierarchy of road users - This means the introduction of new responsibilities towards more vulnerable road users, to keep them safe on the road. These are known as the 'H' rules Whether you’re a new driver or rider, or someone with experience, The Highway Code is still an important tool. If you want to stay safe on the roads, and also to help others stay safe; then now is the time to brush up on your motoring knowledge with your own copy of the official Highway Code. By ‘self-driving vehicles’, we mean those listed as automated vehicles by the Secretary of State for Transport under the Automated and Electric Vehicles Act 2018. You MUST be fit to drive (for example, you must be within the drink-drive legal limits and not be under the influence of drugs). See Rules 90 to 96.

New rules on the hierarchy of road users – This means the introduction of new responsibilities towards more vulnerable road users, to keep them safe on the road. These are known as the ‘H’ rules Keep safe, make sure you're up to date with the latest rules of the road. Avoid penalties and fines by getting the latest copy of The Official Highway Code. Extent You may cross a double-white line if necessary (provided the road is clear) to overtake someone cycling or riding a horse if they are travelling at 10 mph or less (Rule 129). Added a new rule H3 about not cutting across cyclists, and not turning at a junction if to do so would cause a cyclist going straight ahead to stop or swerve.Updated rule 206 on driving carefully and slowly to include a reference to needing to cross a cycle lane. Added guidance about taking care when driving through road works or past roadside rescue and recovery vehicles. Added guidance on driving carefully and slowly when approaching zebra and parallel crossings, and when approaching pedestrians who have started to cross the road at a junction.

provisional car licence holders can only drive on the motorway when they are accompanied by an approved driving instructor and are driving a car displaying red L plates (or D plates in Wales) with dual controls You MUSTgive way to pedestrians on a zebra crossing, and to pedestrians and cyclists on a parallel crossing (seeRule 195).

Changes for 2022

While reading through the code, you'll see some items are marked by the phrase 'Must/Must not' - these are the laws of the roads, and will result in prosecution if not followed properly. Some rules use the terms 'should/should not' or 'do/do not', which will not by themselves result in prosecution - but they could be used as evidence in court to establish liability. Updated Highway Code rules It remains essential reading for any road user. Many rules are a legal requirement and, if you disobey them, you're committing a criminal offence. Make sure you have the latest copy. Updated rule 151 about driving in slow-moving traffic to say you should allow pedestrians and cyclists to cross in front of you. It is important that ALL road users are aware of The Highway Code, are considerate to other road users and understand their responsibility for the safety of others. can ride 2 abreast - and it can be safer to do so, particularly in larger groups or when accompanying children or less experienced riders

Junctions - You should give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a road that you're turning into October 2014: Removed references of needing to display a tax disc in vehicles following their abolition. The Highway Code for Northern Ireland is also called The Highway Code or the Code. It is essential reading for everyone who uses roads in Northern Ireland. Always remember that the people you encounter may have impaired sight, hearing or mobility and that this may not be obvious. Updated rule 186 on signals and position at roundabouts to give priority to cyclists in certain situations.

Pedestrians have priority when on a zebra crossing, on a parallel crossing or at light controlled crossings when they have a green signal. emergency areas” (as used in the proposed amendments to The Highway Code) are defined in law as “emergency refuge areas” At a junction you should give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross a road into which or from which you are turning. Before: To date, cyclists have only been mandated to ride on the left (i.e. not against the flow of traffic) and ensure bike lights are used at night. They are advised to wear visible clothing and a helmet. Horse riders should also give way to pedestrians on a zebra crossing, and to pedestrians and cyclists on a parallel crossing.