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@markrjohnson
Yes, as a driver, you are subject to momentary distractions.
But, if you had allowed one of these to distract you during your test then you would have failed.
So drivers are capable of full attention, however the majority just don't apply it after their test.
The coroner has basically accepted that the driver displayed a standard of attention and driving below that required to pass a test and accepted that it is "one of those things".
I fundamentally disagree with this: The best way to reduce road casualties it to improve overall driver standards.
And a fine way to achieve this aim it to set a driving standard (which we have in place), then properly punish those who fall below it.
In order to drive you must be licensed, if you cannot drive to the required standard i.e not mow down a cyclist in front of you, then your licence should be revoked.
The coroner in this case has sent a clear message: These things happen, so we will shrug and walk away and allow it to continue.