Our THINK! Drug Drive advert warns people who drive under the influence of drugs that they’re now more likely to be caught and convicted.
Following a change to drug drive legislation in March 2015, the police can now test for drug use by the side of the road using a drug swab.
Drug driving is a killer on Britain’s roads, claiming hundreds of lives each year. Get caught and you could face a minimum 12 month driving ban, a large fine and a criminal record.
In the last 30 years road casualties caused by drink driving have fallen dramatically, but in 2012, there were still 230 deaths due to drink driving -- 13% of all road fatalities. By drinking and driving, you risk your life, those of your passengers and others on the road.
60% of all fatalities occur on country roads. These roads often have sharp bends, blind bends and unexpected hazards so slow down to give yourself time to react and stay in control.
Injuries to motorcyclists are out of proportion to their presence on our roads. Motorcyclists are just 1% of total road traffic, but account for 19% of all road user deaths.
'Tales of the Road' campaign was launched in November 2008. It's key messages are to find a safe place to cross; stop, look and listen; be bright, be seen; cycle safely.
The difference of a few miles per hour can mean the difference between life and death. The faster someone is driving, the less time they have to stop if something unexpected happens. If you kill someone while speeding, you will have to live with the long-term emotional consequences.
The law requiring all drivers to wear their seatbelts came in to force 30 years ago on 31 January 1983. In a crash you're twice as likely to die if you don't wear a seatbelt. THINK! Always wear a seatbelt.