Police on extra alert for drivers using their mobile phones

Drivers using their phones behind the wheel are a target for police over the next two weeks. Credit: Jens Kalaene/DPA/Press Association Images

Between 23 May and 29 May, marked and unmarked units from the Force traffic and CMPG will patrol the roads in a bid to track down people using their phones whilst behind the wheel.

Last year, West Midlands Police issued in excess of 2,500 fixed penalty tickets to drivers using their mobile phones at the wheel. Government figures also suggest that mobile phone use will become the biggest killer on UK roads.

Offenders can expect their points on their licence and a £100 fixed penalty.