Singapore Plans Tougher Traffic Rules to Curb Distracted Driving
Singapore has proposed new traffic laws that would make it illegal for drivers to hold a mobile communication device while their vehicle is in motion, even if the device is not being used. The proposed Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, introduced in Parliament, aims to strengthen road safety by broadening the scope of existing mobile phone regulations.
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Drivers in Singapore Could Face Penalties for Holding Phones While Vehicles Are Moving
Under the proposed legislation, the ban would apply to mobile phones, tablets, wireless handheld devices, and wearable communication devices such as smartwatches when held in the driver’s hand. However, drivers would still be allowed to use mounted devices, wear smartwatches on their wrists, and handle their devices only when the vehicle is stationary.
The Ministry of Home Affairs said the changes are intended to reduce distracted driving as road accidents and traffic violations continue to rise. Between 2021 and 2025, traffic deaths increased by 24%, while traffic violations rose by 38%. The new rules would also allow authorities to detect violations using roadside cameras and evidence submitted by the public, with offenders facing fines, demerit points, or imprisonment in serious cases.
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