>
> Of course the plods are allowed to use two way radios in the car (where
> you have to push to talk each time) even when it is not an emergency, so
> it is literally one rule for them and another for the rest of us.
>
> The average TC will not like being reminded about [t]his hypocracy, and
> may decide to ticket you for something else as well if you do.
>

Anyone can use 2 way radio. However, the new generation of Police "Airwave"
radios, such as this Motorola MTH 800:
http://www.motorola.com/governmentan..._1422i/id_530i

have mobile phone functions (voice, data & SMS) as well as 2 way radio, and
so can only be used with a car kit.

Which is not only fair, but also eminently sensible. I lose count of the
number of to$$ers I see every day in 20k cars who can't afford 80 quid for a
proper kit. 3 points per infringement couldn't have come soon enough. 4
strikes and you're banned. Excellent!

Though I'd agree that even a fine and a driving ban are better than being a
complete to$$er with a Bluetooth set on your ear.........

(And yes, I use fitted kits for both my MTH800 and my w810i)

Mind how you go.............