The changes to the Highway Code being introduced later this month are wide-ranging.
Modifications will be introduced at the end of January and will impact all road users - from drivers to cyclists and pedestrians to horse riders.
And there is one addition to rule 195 that drivers need to be aware of.
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This rule is about crossings and it has now been amended to include the following lines.
It will now say: "As you approach a parallel crossing:
- look out for pedestrians or cyclists waiting to cross and slow down or stop
- you should give way to pedestrians or cyclists waiting to cross
- you MUST give way when a pedestrian or cyclist has moved onto a crossing
- allow more time for stopping on wet or icy roads
- do not wave, flash your lights or use your horn to invite pedestrians or cyclists across; this could be dangerous if another vehicle is approaching
- be patient, do not sound your horn or rev your engine as this can be intimidating
- be aware of pedestrians or cyclists approaching from the side of the crossing."
When the Highway Code is updated later this month, there will also be a new rule road users need to be aware of when approaching roundabouts.
The change under the signals and position section will advise drivers who has priority in that context.
The new section under rule 186 says road users should give priority to cyclists on roundabouts.
Another change on the Highway Code will advise drivers on the best technique to open a vehicle's door.
Commonly known as the 'Dutch Reach', the technique aims to encourage drivers to look over their shoulder and check for other road users when opening the door.
Another change to the Highway Code this month could see drivers being fined £200.
Drivers who touch their mobile phone could face six points on their licence on top of the fine from January 29.
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