Legal loophole which let drivers escape penalties for using phone at the wheel closes today

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Legal loophole which let drivers escape penalties for using phone at the wheel closes today
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From today, a 'zero-tolerance approach' means things like taking photos or videos, picking your next podcast, and gaming are covered by legislation banning the use of handsets when behind the wheel.

From today, a"zero-tolerance approach" means things like taking photos or videos, picking your next podcast, and gaming are covered by legislation banning the use of handsets when behind the wheel.New rules banning virtually all handheld mobile phone use on UK roads have come into force - closing a loophole that had allowed drivers to escape punishment for playing a game or scrolling through playlists.

But from today, a"zero-tolerance approach" means the law is expanded to cover things like taking photos or videos, picking your next podcast, and gaming.

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