Of 14 applications for pelican crossings, five were approved and three are still under consideration.
The criteria for pelican crossings and for pedestrian phases at signalled junctions are complex and lengthy.
It would be unfortunate if a certain number of accidents had to occur before the need for a pelican crossing could be established.
No, but a scheme for a pelican crossing is under active consideration, and this is thought to be the solution to the problem.
A pelican crossing on this site may not be the best solution.
We have extended the use of the pelican crossing.
However, a pelican crossing is not to be regarded as a full substitute for a school crossing patrol.
The crossing needs to be upgraded to pelican status as a mater of great urgency.
