We are a citizen-led movement dedicated to advocating for pedestrian rights in Figueira da Foz.

Why This Group?

1. Our city lacks safe access points, sidewalks, crosswalks, and bike lanes.
2. Sensitive areas, such as schools and health facilities, are frequented by vulnerable pedestrians like children and the elderly, yet remain unsafe.
3. Despite the highway code prioritising pedestrians as the most vulnerable road users, city mobility infrastructure overwhelmingly favours motor vehicles.
4. Even where pedestrian access exists, motor vehicles frequently violate the highway code by parking on sidewalks and crosswalks.

How Will We Achieve Our Goal?

1. Advocacy: Urge Figueira da Foz town hall and parish councils to provide safe pedestrian and bicycle access.
2. Prioritization: When coexistence between cars and pedestrians is unsafe, demand that municipal authorities prioritize pedestrian safety.
3. Enforcement: Push for systematic and consistent enforcement of pedestrian rights by the city’s police, including penalties for violations such as parking on sidewalks and crosswalks.
4. Focus on High-Risk Areas: Ensure our demands are met particularly in high-risk zones like schools and health facilities.
5. Education: Educate the public, especially motorists, about pedestrian priority as mandated by the highway code.
6. Awareness: Share information through photos, posts, and comments about situations that compromise pedestrian safety.
7. Community Growth: Expand and promote our group to increase our influence with authorities and the general public.

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