Edinburgh Greenlights Low-Cost Zebra Crossings for Pedestrian Safety

Edinburgh's Transport Committee just greenlit a push to tweak the law for low-cost zebra crossings,

the kind with black and white stripes, but no.

Flashing beacons, all to amp up pedestrian safety on side streets.

Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop told the council there's no current legal support,

but it could happen through Scotland's devolved powers, like how.

Wells already made it legit with their own changes.

Earlier this year on April 3, 2025, the committee held off on a study since the law wasn't ready,

but now officials say Scottish.

Ministers could flip the switch just like in Wales.

Politicians from all sides are on board, calling it a simple fix that prioritizes walkers,

improves the city vibe, and can make a real safety.

Difference in spots like Pilton.

The group agreed to chat risks and benefits, then hit up the new transport secretary

right after May's elections to kick off trials and get these.

Crossings rolling citywide.

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