Highway Code poised for New Year refresh in boost for cycling and walking

Cecilia Keating
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Hundreds of cyclists get injured in London alone every year | Credit: iStock
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Hundreds of cyclists get injured in London alone every year | Credit: iStock

Major changes to Highway Code will see 'hierarchy of road users' concept come into force from January, after statutory instrument was laid in Parliament this week

The Highway Code looks set to be refreshed from January in a bid to encourage more cycling and walking, after the government unveiled several fresh proposals in Parliament this week. The changes would...

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