#Toucancrossing is a term for a type of pedestrian crossing that also allows bicycles to be ridden across. Since “two can” cross together (both #Pedestrians and #Cyclists) the name “toucan” was chosen

There are two types of toucan crossing: on more recently installed ones, a “green bicycle” is displayed next to the “green man” when cyclists and pedestrians are permitted to cross. A red bicycle and red man are shown at other times; older crossings do not have a red bicycle – bicycles are permitted to cross at any time (if it is safe to do so).

Toucan crossings are usually part of planned cycle routes. This means that cyclists don’t have to get off their bikes before crossing. On all the other types of pedestrian crossings (like pelicans, zebras and puffins), cyclists should always dismount before crossing.

So, if you see officers using these whilst on bicycles i.e., #WarwickAvenue, please refer from shouting your opinions.

Happy cycling

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