The Road Safety Authority is welcoming new legislation which comes into force today which will see drivers who text or email behind the wheel liable for a €1,000 fine.
The RSA says the extension of the Road Traffic Act is essential – because people who use a phone while driving are four times more likely to be involved in a crash.
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Anyone caught "accessing information" on a phone will be given a mandatory court summons and fine – with the figure rising to €2,000 – and a possible three month jail term – for second offences.
