Mike Bowron said that the crime should be looked upon as seriously as drink-driving and that a points system would make drivers think twice about flouting the law.
A total of 424 motorists were stopped for using their phones behind the wheel last year – and 411 of the cases were dealt with by parish hall inquiries, which are reserved for more minor crimes.
In 2005, 212 motorists were caught using their phones while driving.
Full story in Monday’s JEP.
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