Cyclist-friendly right-turn junction to be introduced in Edinburgh

A new two-stage right-turn junction to help keep cyclists safe is being introduced later this month on one of Edinburgh’s major thoroughfares.

Also launching at the end of October are approximately 700m of segregated cycle lanes on the east and west sides of Leith Walk between Iona Street and Brunswick Street.

The lanes divert behind bus stops, leaving space for bus passengers and with clearly marked crossing points to allow passengers to cross to or from the stops.

Transport convener Lesley Macinnes said: “By introducing the very first two-stage right turn junction in Scotland, we are proud to be proving once again that Edinburgh is fully committed to making active travel as attractive and accessible as possible.”nise”.