What is the right course of action now?

When you approach a road constriction—such as roadworks narrowing your lane—you must give way to oncoming traffic unless signs or signals give you priority. This means you should stop and wait before the narrowed section if another car is coming towards you. Trying to squeeze through alongside the oncoming car is unsafe and not permitted, as there usually isn’t enough space for two vehicles. You also should not try to direct the other driver or pressure them to move. The safest and legally correct action is to wait until the road is clear before proceeding through the narrow spot. This reduces the risk of collisions and ensures smooth traffic flow.