Warning to motorists ahead of Christmas festivities

Over the past three years across our three counties there have been 13 fatalities and 132 serious injuries on the roads where alcohol has been a contributory factor. An additional 24 fatalities and 100 serious injuries have occurred involving drugs.

Each one of these is a loved one lost. Each one is a life cut short.

There really is no excuse if you are caught driving over the influence of drink or drugs. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to drive.

Throughout December we are supporting Op Limit, the national drink and drug drive operation. Part of this will be raising awareness of the consequences of driving under the influence but also high profile enforcement, continuing the work that takes place 24/7 throughout the year. Highlighting the issues around driving under the influence of alcohol is forming part of an overall month long campaign, Op Christmas Presence, aimed at helping keep everyone safe this festive season.

Don't risk it for the sake of one drink this Christmas.

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