Most drivers have not read the latest updates to the Highway Code, according to a new poll.

Updated guidance made this year aimed to provide more protection for vulnerable road users.

An AA poll of 13,300 motorists found 61% of respondents said they had still not read updates made in January.

Read more:

Managing director of AA Accident Assist, Tim Rankin, said: “We are concerned that so many still haven’t read the rules.

“We urge those that still haven’t read the updated code to do so as soon as possible.”

Nine sections were updated in January, with 50 rules added or amended.

The new guidance means traffic should give way when pedestrians are crossing or waiting to cross at junctions.

It advises cyclists to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic and when approaching junctions.

A hierarchy of road users was also introduced.

The changes were advisory, so non-compliance does not automatically result in a fine.

Have you got a story for us? You can contact us here.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to keep up with all the latest news.

To receive breaking news alerts or newsletters sign up here.