You are first in the queue at traffic lights with a pedestrian crossing just beyond the junction. The light turns green, but you can see traffic ahead is stopped and there is not enough space for your vehicle to fully clear the junction without blocking the crossing. What should you do?

Explanation

Under Rule 176 of the Highway Code, you MUST NOT move forward over the white line when the red light is showing. When the light turns green, you should only go forward if there is room for you to clear the junction safely. This helps protect vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists at crossings. If there is not enough space, you must wait at the white line until the way ahead is clear.