You can now be fined up to £1,000 and receive six points on your licence for taking a photo on a handheld device
A loophole allowing drivers to escape punishment for handheld phone use if they are taking a photo or playing a game has closed in Great Britain.
The law change, which does not apply in Northern Ireland, is an extension of an existing offence which includes making phone calls or sending text messages.saying he was not using his phone "to communicate". The DfT said drivers can use their phone to make contactless payments at a drive-through restaurant if the vehicle is stationary.
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