Kildare tractor driver caught using mobile phone while driving

Naas Roads Policing Unit were on patrol recently when they detected the driver of a large tractor towing a slurry tank spreader.

Gardai determined that the driver was using a mobile phone while driving.

The motorist was issued with a Fixed Charge Penalty Notice (€120) and three penalty points.

A garda spokesperson said of the offence: “Whether you’re driving a car, van, truck or tractor — put the phone away.“Concentration belongs on the road, not on the screen.”