What should you use the hard shoulder of a motorway for?

A: Stopping in an emergency

B: Leaving the motorway

C: Stopping when you're tired

D: Joining the motorway

Don’t use the hard shoulder for stopping unless it’s an emergency. If you want to stop for any other reason, go to the next exit or service station.

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