The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is running targeted day and night operations to combat drink and drug driving, coordinating with Garda in border counties. The campaign aims to reduce the risk of fatal collisions and emphasizes the importance of abstaining from alcohol and drugs when driving.
The PSNI is intensifying its Christmas campaign against drink and drug driving with targeted operations day and night. The force will coordinate with Garda in border counties to enhance road safety . Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson emphasized that driving under the influence is a crime, increasing the risk of collisions. Last year's campaign saw over 7,500 roadside breath tests and almost 300 arrests, marking a slight decrease from the previous year.
The PSNI warns that even one drink can be fatal and urges drivers to abstain completely
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