Why traffic lights in the city centre have been changed so drivers wait longer - and the same could happen across Greater Manchester
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukTraffic lights across the city centre have been changed to give older people more time to cross the road - and the same could happen across Greater Manchester.
A pilot scheme launched by transport bosses means the green light for pedestrians shows more regularly and for longer at nearly 50 crossings.
If the trial is successful and there aren't significant objections, it could be rolled out across Greater Manchester. Currently, Department for Transport guidelines mean crossing times work on the premise that people travel at 1.2 metres per second.
However, experts say many older people and those with mobility issues travel at more like 0.8 metres per second. This means some are forced into an uncomfortable rush - or are caught out when
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