Cycle Lanes Update

Late last year new cycle lanes were introduced to help improve road safety, especially for active road users – cyclists.

Here are a few rules you need to know:

• Only cyclists can use cycle lanes. It is against the law to drive a motor vehicle along a cycle lane.

• No-one may park in a cycle lane unless signs or markings say you can.

• Motorists can only drive in or across a cycle lane in order to turn at an intersection or driveway, into a parking space, or to manoeuvre around turning traffic.

• Motorists can only drive in or across a cycle lane if the lane is clear of cyclists.

• All cyclists and motorists must indicate clearly their intention to turn or change lanes.

• Open car doors are dangerous for oncoming cyclists. Check before you open our door and don’t leave them open.