On a motorway you may only stop on the hard shoulder

Explanation: You should only stop on the hard shoulder in a genuine emergency. DON'T stop on it to have a rest or picnic, pick up hitchhikers, answer a mobile phone or check a map. If you miss your intended exit carry on to the next, never reverse along the hard shoulder.

Category: Motorway Rules

References: The Official DVSA Guide to Driving: Section 11, Highway Code: Rule 270