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61. Pedestrian lights
Pedestrian lights are traffic signals that regulate when pedestrians may begin crossing a road. They normally display a red standing figure to prohibit starting and a green walking figure to permit crossing.
A flashing signal or countdown may warn that the permitted crossing period is ending. Pedestrians should cross without unnecessary delay, while turning drivers must remain alert and allow pedestrians who entered lawfully to finish crossing safely.
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What are pedestrian lights?
Pedestrian lights are traffic signals that indicate when pedestrians may begin crossing a road.
How can you recognise pedestrian lights?
They commonly display a red standing person and a green walking person. Their design may vary between countries.
What does the red pedestrian light mean?
It means that pedestrians must not begin crossing.
Must drivers allow pedestrians to finish crossing?
Yes. Drivers should allow pedestrians who entered lawfully to complete the crossing safely, even when vehicle traffic receives permission to proceed.
Do pedestrian lights apply to cyclists?
Not normally. A cyclist riding a bicycle must follow the applicable cycle or vehicle signal unless a combined pedestrian-and-cycle signal applies.

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