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The Hierarchy Of Road Users
Rules for all types of road users have been updated in The Highway Code to improve the safety of people walking, cycling and riding horses.
You can do a lot more harm with a lorry than a small hatchback. And a car can do a lot more damage than a child on foot. Those who can do the greatest harm must take the greatest responsibility. The likes of lorry and coach drivers have the greatest duty to look out for other road users, because they're driving the biggest, heaviest vehicles with the most potential to do damage. Pedestrians are at the opposite end of the hierarchy, as they're likely to come off worst in a collision. Car drivers must take a great deal of responsibility, as although we are vulnerable to larger vehicles, we need to take extra care around horse riders, cyclists and pedestrians.
Following changes to The Highway Code that came into effect on 29 January 2022, THINK! launched a campaign to shift attitudes and encourage safer driving behaviours among road users. The campaign consisted of two phases – the first phase, raised awareness of changes to The Highway Code, the second phase sought to drive behaviour change.
Pass Slow And Wide
Pass horse riders at speeds under 10 mph and allow at least 2 metres
Give Them Room
People cycling can ride two abreast. It may be safer for them to do so.
Give Them Room
People may cycle in the centre of their lane in certain situations, allowing others to overtake when safe to do so.
Dutch Reach
If able to, vehicle users should open their door with the hand furthest from the door, so they can see people walking or cycling behind them.
