Dangers of close passing and advice on ‘Dutch reach’ will be added to Highway Code


Cycling campaigners including Chris Boardman have welcomed the news that guidance for drivers will be updated

Cyclists will ride away from parked cars in case someone opens a door (Toronto Star via Getty Images)

The Highway Code will be updated in an attempt to improve the safety of cyclists and pedestrians, with warnings about the dangers of close passing and advice on the ‘Dutch reach’.