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Yes, both when it is held in the hand and against the shoulder
Yes, both can impair movement, posture and attention, even at low speed. Maintain freedom of movement and continuous attention, under Article 18. Holding it with the shoulder does not remove the risk or make communication safe. Conversation can distract even through a permitted hands-free system; preferably postpone it until stopped in a lawful, safe place.
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Yes, both when it is held in the hand and against the shoulder
Yes, but only when travelling at high speed
It only prevents this when it is held in the hand
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