Because using a hand-mobile in your hand while driving can mean six points. Six points is enough to trigger licence revocation for a motorist still in initial two years following passing.
The rule applies in traffic too
Using a hand-held phone at lights or while queuing still counts as using it while driving. Put it in a cradle before setting off or leave it alone.
Revocation means starting again
A driver whose licence is revoked under the probationary licence rules normally needs another provisional licence plus must pass both driving tests again.
Set the car up before moving
Navigation, music and calls are much easier to manage when the phone is mounted and the route is ready before the engine starts.
A phone offence can affect both your licence and future insurance price. The cheapest policy cannot compensate for losing the licence altogether.
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