b'From 25th March 2022, in the UK, it became illegal to hold a phone, sat nav, tablet or any device that can send or receive data whilst driving. This doesnt just apply to phone calls. If youre using a device for any reason whilst driving, you can get a maximum ne of 1,000 and up to 6 points on your licence. In some cases, you could also be taken to court or be banned from driving. If you have passed your driving test within the past 2 years of the oence, youll also lose your license. Mobile Phones are a DistractionDistraction are a major cause ofTexting while driving is especially40% of drivers name hand-heldJust reading a text or email takes collisions with drivers4 timesdangerous, increasing crash riskmobile phone use as one of theira drivers eyes o the road for at more likely to be in a crash ifbytop 4 road safety concerns. least5seconds.Travellingat using a mobile device (even more23 times 50mphthatsenoughtimeto likely than drink or drug driving) travel 112 metres.This Law Applies Even if You areStopped at trac lights Queuing in trac Driving a vehicle thatHolding or using aA Passenger.You could get turns o the engine whendevice that is innedasapassengerwhilst you stop ight mode using mobile phone, if you are instructing a learner driver.The ConsequencesDistracteddriverswhocauseThegovernmentisconsideringDrivers can get 3 penalty deathorseriousinjurybyincreasingthepenaltyofpointsiftheydonot dangerousdrivingfaceacausing death whilst drivinghaveafullviewof maximum penalty of 2 years whenusingahand-heldthe road and trac Featuring: imprisonment,unlimiteddevice from14 yearstoaheadorproper neandobligatorylife imprisonment. controlofthe driving ban. vehicle.The Kelly Group Driver Risk Team are committed to creating a culture of safe driving within our eet. We have a clear and comprehensive no-phone policy while driving company vehicles. This policy is strictly enforced with appropriate consequences for violations.Hands-free options should be explored for essential calls, but all drivers should prioritise safe driving over phone use.We are utilising best in class telematic and AI safety camera technology that detect phone use and provide real-time feedback to drivers.'