Just had a thought.... we all use those hand held radios for meets etc... are these now against the law to use? s:shock: :shock: s:shock: s:? :? s:?
Nope, there's a specific exemption for 2-way radios, provided they don't incorporate a mobile phone.
Of course there is always the "driving without due care and attention" that they can get on.
S
http://www.dft.gov.uk/stellent/groups/dft_rdsafety/documents/page/dft_rdsafety_025216.hcsp
QuoteQ14. Will 2-way radios be included in the new offence?
The use of 2-way radio equipment (unless the device can also be used as a phone) when driving is not included in the new offence but remember there is still a risk of distraction and prosecution under other powers.
If a device is a dual or multi purpose device that can be used both as a mobile phone and a 2-way radio, the use of the device while driving or supervising a provisional licence holder is prohibited. Use is prohibited whether the device is being used as a 2-way radio or as a mobile phone.
Quote from: "phil4"Nope, there's a specific exemption for 2-way radios, provided they don't incorporate a mobile phone.
Yep, bizarre, but true. Mind you, I wouldn't recommend it...