Drivers caught talking on their mobile phone will face bigger fines and three penalty points from next month, it was announced yesterday. The transport secretary, Douglas Alexander, said the crackdown reflected the serious danger caused by the offence. "That is why, from February 27, the Road Safety Act will introduce a tougher fixed penalty of three points on your licence as well as a £60 fine," Mr Alexander said. "It's quite simple - it's impossible to do two things at once and do them well." Currently the fine for using a mobile phone while driving is £30, with no penalty points.