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What about using my phone when I am held up in traffic?

The use of a mobile phone without a hands free kit is not allowed whilst driving. Driving includes times when, for whatever reason, you are held up during the journey, e.g. traffic jams and traffic lights.

The police do not advocate driving whilst using a mobile phone at all as they are distracting. See related websites for further information.

The fixed penalty for driving whilst using a hand held mobile phone has increased to a £60 fine and 3 penalty points.

Other questions in this category:
 Can I use my mobile phone whilst driving?
What about texting whilst driving?
What counts as 'driving'?
Is it illegal to use a CB or two way radio whilst driving?
What if I need to use my mobile phone in an emergency whilst driving?
What kind of mobile phone hands free kit do I need?


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