Research and analysis

Research on the use of mobile phones while driving

Research to support legal and advisory measures to discourage mobile phone use while driving.

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Research on mobile phone use while driving

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Research to inform and support the development of the law (and other measures) to discourage mobile phone use when driving.

The research programme was made up of 3 separate phases:

  • an initial quantitative survey
  • a qualitative phase
  • a final, second quantitative survey

It explored motorists’ attitudes towards mobile phone use - as well as other driving behaviours.

It also examined legislative and non-legislative measures to deter mobile phone use while driving.

The report includes a summary of findings from earlier phases.

Published 19 November 2021