Overview

• The 2022 Highway Code revision transformed every junction adjoining a pavement into a de facto pedestrian crossing under rule H2.
• Motorists who breach the rule face penalties ranging from a £100 fixed penalty notice and up to three licence points to potential prosecution for careless driving with fines up to £5,000 and nine points.
• Insurance industry experts warn that offenders could face significant premium increases in addition to official fines.
• Online forums such as Reddit reveal drivers reporting no instances of motorists yielding at junctions since the rule’s introduction.
• Industry figures are urging targeted public awareness campaigns and stricter enforcement to improve compliance and protect pedestrians.