The RAC also think texting while driving is (a) a bad idea; and (b) commonly done. So they've done a bit of hard science to prove the obvious:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7622592.stm
and are trying to raise awareness of the fact and its possible consequences.
Alas, I fear our weak and timid approach to enforcement will mean any change in behaviour is short lived - a bit like when they started fining drivers for talking on their mobiles.
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It's been well publicised here that statsically using a mobile phone while driving puts you in greater risk of an accident than drinking and driving.
I've noticed no change to driver behaviour.
I think I'll mention that when someone tells me to wear a helmet.
It isn't just drivers using mobile phones who are a risk to others. I've seen pedestrians and - yes - cyclists!
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