Master the Turn :

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Highway Code Rule 74

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Master the Turn :

Safe Cycling at Junctions

TURNING LEFT SAFELY

WATCH THE JUNCTION

THE RIGHT - HAND TURN

SIGNAL AND OO POSITION

When approaching a junction on the left , stay alert for vehicles turning in front of you , either exiting or entering the side road .

PERFORM A O SHOULDER CHECK

Once you have checked that the traffic is safe , signal clearly and move yourself toward the center of the road .

THE FINAL LOOK

Before signaling your intent to turn , check behind you specifically for other cyclists or motorcyclists .

NEVER UNDERTAKE TURNING VEHICLES

Wait for a safe gap in oncoming traffic and perform one final look before committing to the turn .

SAFER ALTERNATIVES FOR BUSY ROADS

Do not ride on the inside of vehicles that are slowing down or signaling to tum left , as this is a high - risk blind spot .

PEDESTRIAN PRIORITY ( RULE H2 )

If the road is too busy , it may be safer to wait on the left for a gap or dismount and push your cycle across as a pedestrian .

Give Way to Pedestrians : When turning into or out of any side road , you are required to give way to pedestrians who are already crossing or waiting to cross .