Warning on drug driving
Tuesday 25th August 2009, 11:30AM BST.
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An advertising campaign warning of the risks of driving after taking drugs has been launched in Britain.
The Department for Transport says that one in 10 young male drivers admits drug driving and education is crucial.
Transport Secretary Lord Adonis said “Whatever one’s views on drug taking” it is imperative that drug-driving is made totally socially unacceptable.
Road safety charity Brake has welcomed the £2.3m campaign but says it is more important for ministers to approve a breathalyser-style drug-testing device.
Anyone caught drug-driving faces up to six months in prison and a £5,000 fine.
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