In the United Kingdom, a law has just been passed that prohibits drivers from using mobile phones while on the move. In fact, this is not entirely true as the law has been around for quite some time. However, the authorities are cracking down on mobile phone use on the move and making it a more serious offence.
Until February 1, the use of a mobile phone on the move could carry a fine of approximately $60. This was hardly an impediment and people could be seen at all times using the phone. There have been a number of cases where pedestrians have been killed due to drivers using mobile phones and losing control of their vehicles. The $60 fine wasn’t much of a dig for most people. Therefore, on February 1, the fine has been increased to $120 along with the three-point endorsement on the driving license.
It is believed that this may lead to a situation where people will think twice before using a mobile phone. However, it is debatable whether this will be useful in general. The mobile phone has become an essential element to use at all times of the day and even at night.
Gone are the days when the only way we could communicate with other people was if we were at home and near our landlines. Now the mobile phone is useful for general communication and for the most “important” communications involving the safety of children, loved ones and family members.
The risk of using a mobile phone only becomes apparent at times when authorities, such as law enforcement, are around to watch the crime take place. The vast majority of drivers of cars and other vehicles will know that they are safe most of the time to use their mobile phone without getting caught.
