"The Royal Parks charity said work had begun to install three signal-controlled crossings on the Outer Circle a 2.7-mile (4.3km) road in Westminster that is one of the capital's most popular cycling routes. The new crossings will be located at Monkey Hill Gate, Chester Gate and Kent Passage. Cyclists caught jumping red lights by police could face an on-the-spot fine of 50."
"Darren Share, director of parks for The Royal Parks, said it was "vital" that Regent's Park remained "safe and welcoming for everyone". He added: "The installation of new, signalised pedestrian crossings on the Outer Circle is an important step in improving safety and helping people move around the park with greater confidence. "The Royal Parks are shared spaces, and we all have a role to play.""
Work has begun to install three signal-controlled pedestrian crossings on Regent's Park's Outer Circle at Monkey Hill Gate, Chester Gate and Kent Passage, to improve pedestrian safety. Cyclists who jump red lights may face an on-the-spot fine of 50. The measures follow several crashes and near misses, including the 2022 death of 81-year-old Hilda Griffiths and a serious injury to a dog walker in May 2024. The Royal Parks introduced a cyclist code of conduct advising riders to respect all park visitors and control their speed. A 20mph speed limit applies to motor vehicles on the Outer Circle but not to bicycles. The work is due to be completed by spring.
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