Would our roads be safer and less congested if we were free of traffic lights and free to filter? A body of evidence suggests they would. FiT Roads is about making streets and roads fit for people.
With journey times at an all-time high, and 3,200 dying on our roads every year, the current system is plainly unfit. We blame the traffic and other drivers, but could it be traffic controls that are the problem?
When lights are out of action and there is no priority, we approach slowly and filter in turn. Pedestrians are seen as fellow road-users rather than obstacles. Courtesy thrives, congestion dissolves.
Based on a trust in human nature rather than an obsession with controlling it, FiT could launch an era of peaceful co-existence on our roads. More
Lights block our progress and increase emissions. They take our eyes off the road, a recipe for danger. They defy commonsense, a recipe for rage.
We oppose regulation which contrives conflict, dictates our behaviour, and deprives us of choice. To register your support or join the campaign (it includes a documentary feature film), email mc@fitroads.org