NI Driving Rules
Can I use a mobile phone while safely parked in Northern Ireland?
Yes. nidirect allows hand-held phone use when the vehicle is safely parked.
Yes. nidirect allows hand-held phone use when the vehicle is safely parked.
“Safely parked” is different from simply being stopped temporarily in traffic or at lights. If you need to use the phone, pull over somewhere lawful and safe before handling it.
Do not stop in a prohibited location just to make a call.
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25 September 2026
