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Liverpool Echo
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Kate Lally

Drivers who text could face strict punishment under bold new plan

Motorists who use their mobile phone while driving could have the devices seized by police under a bold new plan.

Previously, rules meant texting or calling while driving was illegal. But since March 25, motorists who so much as touch their phone can be hit with a £200 penalty.

And, if a person is supervising a driver who is learning, they could be hit with a £1,000 fine - as well as a massive six points on their licence. The new rules make more actions illegal, having come into effect around eight months ago.

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