Call for new approach to 'growing drug-drive epidemic'24/01/2025 One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving are failing roadside drug tests, according to data obtained by a road safety charity. |
Scotland catches up with zero tolerance drug driving law15/01/2019 The Scottish Government has announced a zero tolerance approach for people caught driving with illegal drugs in their system. |
Drug drive arrests up 800%29/02/2016 Drug drive arrests have soared by up to 800% in a year after the government introduced tough new laws to catch and convict offenders, according to initial figures from police forces. |
New drug driving law introduced03/03/2015 A new law to make it easier for police to catch and convict drug drivers has come into effect in England and Wales. |
New drug driving laws to come into force03/07/2014 Tough new measures to crack down on the menace of drug driving moved a step closer today (Thursday 3 July 2014) after the government issued new guidance to healthcare professionals. |
Government proposes zero-tolerance to drug driving09/07/2013 The Government has revealed proposals to set zero-tolerance drug drive limits under new laws which could come into force in 2014. |
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