A green filter arrow allows traffic to go in the direction of the arrow. The green filter arrow may come on before or after the main green light in the traffic light sequence. While the green traffic filter light is illuminated, other lights may be on red meaning you have priority to turn.
What does a flashing amber light mean?
A flashing amber light means you can go when it’s safe to do so. You’ll find flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing, so this means you can go as long as there are no pedestrians crossing or about to cross the road. Remember, pedestrians still have priority even when the lights are flashing amber.
Who has priority when traffic lights are out of order?
When traffic lights are out of order, you should treat the junction as an unmarked crossroads which means that no one has priority. You shouldn’t assume you have the right to go and you’ll need to prepare to give way or stop. Be careful, other vehicles might assume they have priority.
Do traffic lights have cameras?
Some traffic lights do have cameras mounted to them. Traffic light cameras are most likely to be mounted in busy or high risk areas.
Cameras at traffic lights shouldn’t flash so you’re not likely to know you’ve been caught until you receive a notice of prosecution (NIP).
The cost of running a red light
The penalty for running a red light is usually a £100 fine and 3 penalty points on your driving license. However, if you don’t respond to the NIP you could be prosecuted and get 6 points and a maximum fine of £1000.
Don’t forget that you can still get penalty points on your provisional license.
Learning to drive?
To build up your confidence with traffic lights, it could be helpful to get some private driving practice outside of your lessons. With our learner driver insurance, you might be able to get cover from as little as 2 hours or right up to 180 days. If you’re borrowing a car from a friend or family member, it won’t even affect their no claims bonus if you need to make a claim.
