To join the main road, a car must cross a properly signed cycle lane used by cyclists. With no higher-ranking instruction overriding priority, must it give way to them?

Correct answer

Yes, cyclists have priority.

Yes. Article 64.2.a gives priority to cyclists travelling on a properly signed cycle lane, cycle crossing or shoulder. They need not be in a group for this priority. A joining driver must check the manoeuvre and let them pass, stopping if necessary. This concerns a car crossing the cycling facility, rather than absolute priority for every cyclist everywhere; applicable officers’ orders and signals may regulate the situation.