Drink and drug-drivers are on the police radar

17 from Wakefield.

Sgt Gary Roper, of the Roads Policing Support Unit, said: “Three weeks into the campaign, we have seen over 150 motorists arrested, with 33 of those for drug driving offences.

“I would remind people at this time of the year to consider their travelling arrangements if they are out and about and not to drink or drug-drive.

“No-one wants an officer on their doorstep telling them their loved one is never coming home, especially not due to a drink or drug-driver.

“Our message remains the same as before. If you are out and about, assign a designated driver, book a taxi or use public transport to get home.

“Don’t get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol or taking drugs. The results could be life changing for you, your passengers or other road users around you.

“We would much rather people didn’t get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol or consuming drugs, however we have teams of officers policing the county to arrest those that do.

“The likelihood is that if you do drink or take drugs and drive this December, there is a very good chance you will be stopped by the police and action taken against you.

“I continue to urge people to consider the very real, and often devastating consequences of drink or drug-driving, and for them to think again. It quite simply isn’t worth the risk.

“We want everyone travelling on our roads right now to be safe. The consequences of drink or drug-driving could be devastating. Do the right thing, and don’t drink or drug-drive.”