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Transport Secretary declares zero tolerance for phone use behind the wheel as law changes today

It is now illegal for motorists to use a handheld mobile phone under virtually any circumstance while driving.
- Updated: 25 March 2022
Any use of hand-held mobile phone while driving to become illegal

Prosecution regulations tightened on the use of hand-held mobile phones at the wheel.
- Updated: 19 November 2021
Footage shows lorry driver with a mobile phone to each ear on motorway ahead of South West road safety initiative

A fortnight of action is taking place in the South West to tackle dangerous drivers
- Updated: 13 September 2021
THINK! launches major new campaign with a passionate team talk to young drivers

Radio One DJ Chris Stark joins forces with the County Football Association to promote safe driving habits.
- Updated: 17 June 2021
Next steps announced to boost road safety and close mobile phone loophole

Have your say on making activities like taking photos and playing games on hand-held mobile phones illegal while driving.
- Updated: 17 October 2020
Road safety action plan announced to cut road deaths

Seventy-four actions to improve road safety have been published.
- Updated: 19 July 2019
Top LA directors show dangers of using mobiles while driving

New pink kittens THINK! road safety campaign is aimed at younger drivers.
- Updated: 25 October 2017

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