When an overtaking manoeuvre is completed, must you move back into the right-hand lane immediately?

Correct answer

Yes, as a general rule.

After completing an overtaking manoeuvre, the general rule is to move back into the right-hand lane as soon as it is safe to do so. This is essential for several reasons: Maintaining order on the road: the right-hand lane is for normal traffic, while the left-hand lane is mainly used for overtaking. Returning to the right-hand lane helps keep traffic flowing in an orderly manner. Allowing other drivers to overtake: by returning to the right-hand lane, you free the overtaking lane for other drivers who need to overtake. Safety and congestion prevention: remaining in the overtaking lane after overtaking may cause congestion and dangerous situations, especially if other drivers behind you also want to overtake.