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Despite being four times more likely to have an accident whilst driving using a hand-held mobile phone, a recent study in London has shown that the number of motorists using them has increased sharply.  The study of over 14,000 motorists in London, driving cars, vans and taxis, found th... [More]

In a scheme being piloted in Greater Manchester, the Police are using two Smart cars fitted with telescopic cameras to photograph what drivers are doing inside their cars. There is a £30 fine for those caught without a seatbelt or driving erratically whilst distracted by things su... [More]

As of 27 February 07, drivers who are caught using hand-held mobile phones are now facing a £60 fixed penalty fine and three points.  Drivers may also be prosecuted even if they are using a hands-free kit but not in control of their vehicle. See BBC News - 27/02/07