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On the right, near the carriageway edge with safe lateral clearance.
On the right and as close as possible to the carriageway edge, maintaining sufficient lateral clearance to pass oncoming traffic safely. This does not mean using the shoulder or approaching the edge dangerously. On bends and crests with restricted visibility, leave the half intended for oncoming traffic clear, subject to the statutory passing exceptions.
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Always in the carriageway centre, even if it encroaches on the opposite direction.
On the right, near the carriageway edge with safe lateral clearance.
Always next to the carriageway centre line, without lateral clearance.
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