When leaving a private area to join the traffic flow, must you give way?

Correct answer

Yes, to all vehicles travelling on the road being entered.

When leaving a private area, such as a garage or a private road, to join the traffic flow on a public road, it is important to understand that you are moving from a controlled space to one shared with other road users. First, it is essential to reduce your speed as you approach the exit point of the private area. Remember that you must always come to a complete stop if necessary to give way to other vehicles or pedestrians approaching from any direction, including the road you are entering.