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description: "Learn what the road narrows on the left sign indicates, safe merging guidelines, and theory test answers."
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# Road narrows on the left — UK road sign

This sign warns that the left edge of the carriageway narrows inward ahead.

Image: Road narrows on the left — red, white and black triangle UK road sign (https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/signs/road-narrows-left.svg)

The road narrows on the left warning sign shows an inward-sloping line on the left side with a straight line on the right inside a red triangle.

It warns that space on the left side of the road narrows ahead, which impacts drivers in the left lane or kerbside space.

## What this sign means

The sign warns motorists that the left boundary of the road tapers inward, reducing width.

- Red warning triangle
- Inward slanting left line with straight right line
- Alerts to narrowing kerbs, hard shoulders, or left lanes

## What to do when you see it

Check your mirrors and move towards the centre of the road safely if necessary, giving space to obstructions on the left.

- Adjust speed before reaching the taper
- Watch out for cyclists and pedestrians near the narrowed kerb
- Allow merging room for traffic on your left

## How this sign is tested

DVSA theory questions assess your knowledge of road positioning, mirror routines, and courteous lane merging.

## Common mistakes

Drifting into adjacent lanes without checking mirrors and blind spots first.

## Test yourself on this one

Road and traffic signs is the biggest category in the question bank with 102 questions, and signs turn up inside other categories too. Work through them free, no sign-up needed.

Practise road sign questions (https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/theory/practice)

## Frequently asked questions

Does this sign mean the road becomes one-way?

No, it simply indicates that the carriageway becomes narrower on the left side.

Should I indicate before moving right to clear a left-hand restriction?

Yes, use signals if changing lanes or if your manoeuvre will benefit other road users.

Are these signs common in roadwork zones?

Yes, temporary yellow or standard red warning signs frequently highlight left-lane narrowings.

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