Comments by "" (@redtela) on "This Will Be Chaos! Highway Code Priority Updates for Pedestrians, Cyclists, Road Users" video.

Thanks for raising this, in general, I think the Highway Code is a well thought out document, and I agree with the aims of these latest proposed changes (that is, addressing vulnerability and responsibility). I think that the clauses about waiting if a more vulnerable user looks like they are about to move are probably (or should be) covered by other clauses (ie, the basic tenant of "you don't move unless you can see the way ahead to be clear"). As a result, they are, as you suggest, adding confusion. Clearly, if some pedestrian is already crossing the road when I get to the junction, I should stop and case a blockage in my current lane (with an indicator on) - and I think the existing Highway Code already made that clear enough. The devil always lies in the details though, and ambiguity sets in as multiple parties act at the same time. Also, it's worth remembering the Highway Code definitions for Guidelines (should) vs Rules (must)... when read in that light, I interpret this as "if you don't follow it and no-one has cause to make a claim, no-one cares."
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