Government campaign to remind drivers of Highway Code changes

The Government has re-launched a ‘Think!’ road safety campaign to remind drivers of changes made to the Highway Code last year.

With a strapline of ‘Travel Like You Know Them’, the campaign will aim to ensure all drivers are aware of the new rules of the road.

They include giving priority at junctions to people cycling straight ahead and people waiting to cross or already crossing the road.

Drivers are also being reminded to pass horse riders at under 10mph and allow at least 2 metres of space and keep to a low speed when passing people walking on the road.

Furthermore, it is highlighting how drivers should leave at least 1.5m when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 30mph and give them more space when overtaking at higher speeds.

It is also reminding drivers that people cycling may ride two abreast or in the centre of the lane if it is safer to do so, pulling in when safe to allow vehicles to overtake.

Roads minister Richard Holden said: "It is fantastic that the Travel Like You Know Them campaign is back to continue to raise awareness of these important changes and to change behaviour on our roads to help keep those more at risk safe.”

The changes to the Highway Code followed a consultation with walking, cycling and disability groups.

RAC head of policy Simon Williams said: “Drivers, cyclists, pedestrians – whatever labels we use, at the end of the day we’re all humans getting from A to B and this campaign reminds us all, in a very personal way, of the responsibilities we have for looking after each other.

“Every casualty on our roads is one too many and we hope all road users take the time to remind themselves of what they should be doing differently following last year’s major changes to the Highway Code.”