Distracted drivers face fines of up to £500

Police forces in the UK are taking a tougher line with motorists who eat, drink, read maps or undertake similar activities while driving. This is the conclusion of research by the insurance specialist A&A Group, which acts as a non-standard intermediary.
Drivers caught undertaking such activities face a fine of up to £500 and points being added to their licence.
"While on the face of it drivers who fall foul of such laws may not be a major hazard on the road, the fact is they are breaking the law," said Steve McPherson
from member company Hyperformance.