Legal UK government to make all use of mobile phones while driving illegal

Legal Any use of a device, even while the car is stationary, could result in a £200 fine and six points on your licence The UK government has tightened up laws around mobile phones, preparing to deem any use of such illegal while driving.As it stands, it’s only illegal to call or send a text while driving. The strengthened law will extend that to cover “virtually any circumstance”, according to new guidance from the Department of Transport.This includes taking photos or videos, scrolling through music playlists and playing games. The revised law is due to come into effect sometime next year.Anyone caught using a mobile device at the wheel will face a £200 fixed penalty and six points on their licence. This includes use at traffic lights or in traffic jams where the car is stationary. Drivers can still operate their phones ‘hands-free’ for apps such as a sat-nav, if it is secured in a cradle somewhere in the vehicle.”Too many deaths and injuries occur while mobile phones are being held,” sai
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