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What does it mean when the amber light is flashing at a pelican crossing?

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You must give way to pedestrians waiting to cross

You must stop and wait for the green light

You must give way to pedestrians on the crossing

You must wait for the amber light to stop flashing

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You must give way to pedestrians on the crossingThis was the right answer

The flashing amber light comes on after the red light, and people may still be crossing. If the crossing is clear and it's safe, you may drive on without waiting for the green light.

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Rule 196Highway Code rule · A pelican flashing amber permits progress only when the crossing is clear; people already crossing retain priority.

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