Pedestrians steer clear of so-called 'shared spaces' over fear of cars

Inner-city 'shared spaces' that mix pedestrians and cars could be given an overhaul, after research found that some pedestrians were too scared to use them.

Shared spaces are intended to remove on-road clutter from city streets. They ditch traditional lane markings, kerbs and traffic signs, with the intention being that pedestrians are less intimidated by cars, and can cross at will.