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Pedestrians: rules 1–35

Review walking and crossing guidance, including pavements, crossing facilities and situations needing extra care.

Rule 4

Young children should not be out alone on the pavement or road (see Rule 7 ). When taking children out, keep between them and the traffic and hold their hands firmly. Strap very young children into pushchairs or use reins. When pushing a young child in a buggy, do not push the buggy into the road when checking to see if it is clear to cross, particularly from between parked vehicles.

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