Pedestrian priority systems introduced
Pedestrian priority introduced as part of London’s drive to be the world’s most walkable city.
TfL has announced that 18 pedestrian crossings that are programmed to show a continuous 'green person' signal until traffic approaches are being introduced to prioritise people walking. These will be in place by the end of June and will help make the capital's transport network even more sustainable and support a green recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
'Green Person Authority' traffic signals are being introduced across the capital, which are configured to show a green signal to pedestrians continuously.
The signals show this green light until a vehicle is detected, making it easier for people to cross the road, enabling more journeys on foot.
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