Under the new rules, drivers cannot use their mobile phones behind the wheel- apart from in certain circumstances when the car is likely to be stationary.
Driving safely on the roads should always be a driver's main priority and new highway code law is due to ensure that this is no longer compromised due to use of mobile phones.
In 2018 alone, cell phone driving accidents caused at least 33 deaths on the road. Now, new rules mean that drivers will not be able to use their mobile phones at all whilst driving.
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The tougher rules are hoping to close numerous loopholes in the law and will see the laws change to instead give out £200 penalty to anyone who as much as touches their mobile whilst driving.
At present, it is only illegal to text or call whilst driving but thanks to new rules to be brought in on Friday 1 April, the rules will extend far further than the original "interactive communication function" rules brought in back in 2019.
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It will be illegal to use your phone when at the traffic lights and the car is stationary, to take photos or videos, access playlists or use any apps behind the wheel. This will still include a ban on calls or texts, whilst making the use of any other use of mobile phones illegal.
The Mirror has also speculated that passengers can also face fines if on their mobile whilst the car is driving if they're riding with a learner driver. Breaking this new rule could result in six points and £1000 fine.
The only exemption when drivers can use their mobile phones whilst in the driver's seat will now be to pay at a drive-thru restaurant or a toll bridge.
Examiner Live also report that hands-free devices can be used when driving including taking calls or using a satnav, but only if it is secured in a holder.
The new rules will come into force from Friday 1 April 2022.
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Popular Channel 4 series The Dog House is looking for people from Yorkshire to adopt rescue dogs
Could you give a rescue dog a second chance in life? Now’s your chance.
The next series of hit Channel 4 show The Dog House is currently in the works, with producers on the lookout for people willing to give rescue dogs a forever home, and people from Yorkshire are being encouraged to apply.
Since first hitting our screens back in 2019, the award-winning series – which is currently in partnership with Woodgreen Pets Charity – has captured the hearts of viewers across the UK, sharing emotional stories of rescue dogs and the people hoping to give them a forever home.
Viewers get to watch incredible journeys of rescue dogs finding their perfect match.
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But the show demonstrates that it’s not just the dogs who are being rescued, many of their new owners also find their lives transformed in the process.
“Once again, we’ll be following the expert team of dog-matchers, meeting this year’s rescue dogs, and of course, getting to the know the amazing people who are looking to offer them a lifelong home,” a casting call for The Dog House reads on the Channel 4 website.
“We’re looking for people who are considering taking the incredible step of welcoming a rescue dog into their lives and are happy to share their reasons for doing so.
“If that’s you, then we’d love to get you know you.”
Does this sound like you then? Channel 4 is keen to hear the reasons why you may be looking for a new canine companion, so anyone who fancies applying for the show is asked to fill out an application form online.
Leeds has been crowned one of the best cities in the UK for student nightlife
Clementine Hall
Our city is bursting at the seems with brilliant late night venues for students, but now it’s officially been confirmed.
And it's all down to accommodation provider Canvas who analysed key nightlife factors such as drink prices, the number and ratings of venues, and local safety scores to reveal the best cities in the UK for a night out.
If you've got Leeds as your student city of choice then you're in for a brilliant three years, as we ranked number four in the top ten list. Get in.
Leeds has a whopping 325 venues and a strong 4.40 average rating, drink prices are relatively affordable drinks with a pint costing an average of a fiver and soft drinks at £1.71.
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Leeds also came out with a solid safety score of 47.28, so it's fair to say Leeds it’s a well-rounded option for students.Bath took the top spot with 10 venues per 10,000 people and an impressive average rating of 4.45 stars.
Coming in second, Manchester boasts the highest number of bars and clubs overall, with 606 venues, 15 for every 10,000 people and a strong average rating of 4.37 stars and a pint costing slightly less than Bath at £5.50.
In third place was Newcastle and in fifth place was York. It's safe to say that the North dominated the top spots, and rightly so.
The top ten best cities for student nightlife in the UK are:
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29th March 2022 
