This is where you can read about the new law making it illegal to use a mobile phone while driving. It doesn't apply to cyclists, apparently:

'The new offence will apply to all mechanically propelled vehicles, including motorbikes. Although some respondents suggested that it should be extended to cyclists, we do not consider this is a significant problem that justifies extending the offence to non-motorised traffic.'

I guess they think the person you're most likely to kill on a bike is yourself. There was an interesting typo in the message I got telling me about this:

'Some of you may be interested to know that the DfT has recently published the results of their consultation on the use of mobile phones whilst driving ... They have recommended it should be an office to use a mobile phone whilst driving a moving vehicle.'

I like the idea of it being an office to use a mobile phone ...

B-)