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When overtaking pedestrians leading animals outside a built-up area, if the manoeuvre can be completed safely, what minimum lateral clearance is required?

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At least 1.50 metres.

At least 1.50 metres. Use part or all of the adjacent or opposing lane as appropriate; with more than one lane per direction, change lane completely. Outside a built-up area, reduce speed to at least 20 km/h below the road’s existing limit before and throughout overtaking, also obeying any lower applicable limit. Do not endanger or obstruct opposing traffic. Do not overtake if the requirements cannot be met.

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  • Only 0.50 metres, whatever the situation.

  • At least 1.50 metres.

  • No minimum clearance if the indicator is on.

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