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When must you not use a hand-held mobile phone?

  1. When driving, and when stationary in traffic
  2. Only when moving
  3. Only on motorways
  4. Only in built-up areas
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Correct answer: When driving, and when stationary in traffic

The ban covers use while driving, while supervising a learner, and while stationary in traffic.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 149

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026