72 gardaí trained to use drug test

Just over 70 gardaí have been trained in how to use the new roadside drug testing devices.

72 gardaí trained to use drug test

Legislation has come into effect allowing gardaí to carry out mandatory roadside drug testing on motorists for cannabis, cocaine, opiates and benzodiazepines.

“The Garda National Roads Policing Bureau is in consultation with the Garda College and Continuous Professional Development Trainers nationwide in respect of the rollout of training in the use of these devices.

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