Business Comms

Q1.	What does the regulation say about hand-held phones?
Q2.	Is hands-free phone equipment allowed?
Q3.	What about texting/internet access/video phones?
Q4.	Are drivers still able to use navigation equipment, personal digital assistants (PDAs) or other computer equipment that sends or receives data (which would include GPS transmissions)?
Q5.	Why are you not banning the use of hands-free mobile phones while driving?
Q6.	Will mobile phones have to be switched off in vehicles?
Q7.	What if the phone rings when I'm driving?
Q8.	Who do the new regulations apply to?
Q9.	Do the new mobile phone regulations apply to cyclists?
Q10.	Can I use a hand-held mobile phone when stopped in a traffic jam?
Q11.	Are there any exemptions?
Q12.	Am I allowed to cradle a phone between my ear and shoulder?
Q13.	Are employers guilty of an offence if their employees use a hand-held phone while driving?
Q14.	Are 2-way radios included in the new offence?
Q15.	If you prohibit using mobile phones, then surely you'll have to stop people talking or tuning the radio? What powers do the police have?
Q16.	Is the offence endorsable? The offence is now endorsable with 3 penalty points and more extensive prosecutions for HGV Drivers and dangerous driving caused by being on your mobile phone whilst driving.
Q17.	Where can I go for more information?