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What should you do when you're being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue light?

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Stop to let it pass as soon as it's safe to do so

Accelerate quickly to get away from it

Ignore it if possible, unless you're forced to let it pass

Brake harshly and immediately to a stop in the road

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Stop to let it pass as soon as it's safe to do soThis was the right answer

When an ambulance is displaying a flashing blue light, try to stop in a safe place to allow it to pass. Make sure you don't endanger any other road users or commit an offence; for example, by driving past a red traffic light.

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Rule 219Highway Code rule · The questions identify doctor/emergency warning lights and safe cooperation; do not mount the pavement or ignore a red light to clear the way.

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