Paragraph 13 I1

England, Wales and Scotland

(1)

A globe must be internally illuminated by a flashing light except that, where sub-paragraph (2) applies, it may be a steady light.

(2)

This sub-paragraph applies where—

(a)

in relation to a globe placed in England and Wales, the Secretary of State; or

(b)

in relation to a globe placed in Scotland, Scottish Ministers,

has or have given authorisation in writing for the light to be steady.

(3)

Where a globe is mounted on or attached to or mounted on a post, whether or not specially provided for the purpose—

(a)

the post must be coloured in alternate black and white bands with the lowest band being coloured black;

(b)

the width of the bands must be not less than 275 mm, nor more than 335 mm, save that the lowest band may be of a width of not more than 1 metre; and

(c)

the post may be internally illuminated.

(4)

A globe, or the post on which it is mounted, may be fitted with all or any of the following—

(a)

a backing board or other device designed to improve the conspicuousness of the globe;

(b)

a shield or other device designed to prevent or reduce light shining into adjacent premises; or

(c)

a light to illuminate the crossing.

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