Lord Peter Hendy, the rail minister, confessed to using his mobile phone while driving a vintage double-decker bus during a charity event in London. The incident occurred during rush hour when he was reported for texting about a prostate cancer test. He has since apologized and is expected to face penalties, including points on his driving license. This event has raised discussions about driving safety among government ministers, with previous incidents signaling a concerning trend. The Railway Family Fundraiser organizers expressed regret over the incident, emphasizing their commitment to safe practices.
"Last month Peter Hendy used his phone while driving. He has apologised in full for this error of judgement and has contacted the police."
"None of us would advocate or condone unsafe practices. However, we reiterate that we are not aware of the whole situation, and affirm our hope that any investigation is able to be conducted fairly."
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