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Lighting - traffic lights

Traffic lights, also known as traffic signals, are used to manage the flow of all types of traffic to minimise congestion and delays.
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Highways agency

Traffic lights on all motorways and trunk roads, e.g. A1(M), A19(T), A64(T), A64(T) etc.

0300 123 5000
North Yorkshire County Council

Traffic lights on all other A, B and C class roads and most unclassified roads; some unclassified roads (e.g. residential streets, access roads on Industrial estates) are the responsibility of adjacent properties, landlords etc and not the County Council.

0845 8 72 73 74
Temporary traffic signals company

Temporary traffic signals on all roads

Contact details signed on site (usually on generator)

Permanent traffic signals are provided at junctions to:

  • reduce traffic conflicts and delays;
  • interrupt a continuous stream of main road traffic in order to allow side road traffic to flow;
  • meet pedestrian needs;
  • reduce collisions;
  • aid progression in linked or urban traffic control schemes.

Provision of permanent traffic signals

The County Council is responsible for the provision and maintenance of all permanent traffic signals on the roads which we maintain, this includes:

  • Junction signals
  • Pedestrian crossing signals including:
    • pelican
    • puffin
    • toucan
    • Pegasus, equestrian and zebra crossings

Additional facilities may also be provided to assist disabled pedestrians in safe passage across the road, for example audible and tactile signals and signs mounted above the push button for visually impaired pedestrians.

Learn more about the different types of traffic signals here

Using temporary traffic signals on the highway

Contractors may apply to use temporary traffic signal controls on County Council maintained highway where roadworks are being carried out to help manage traffic flow whilst work is being progressed. View more information about temporary traffic signals on the highway here.

Lighting - traffic lights - frequently asked questions
How do I report a fault with traffic signals?
How can I request new traffic signals or new pedestrian crossing?
How does the County Council decide where to put a new pedestrian crossing?
How quickly will a traffic signal fault be repaired?
How can I apply to place temporary traffic signals on the highway?
What different types of traffic signals are available?








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North Yorkshire County Council, County Hall, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8AD | Tel: 0845 8 72 73 74 | Fax: 01609 532009
This page was last updated on 8 February 2013