Road safety - Time to test drivers for other drugs

THE only remarkable thing about the announcement that all drivers involved in road accidents will face a mandatory breath test is that it has taken so long to introduce such a potentially effective measure.

Road safety - Time  to test drivers for other drugs

The move will remove any ambiguity or awkwardness from what is often a difficult and fraught situation. It should offer protection to drivers who have not been drinking as well as a further deterrent to those who insist on drinking and driving.

Now that the cultural acceptance of driving after drinking is greatly diminished it is time to test drivers for drugs other than alcohol. Recreational drug use has become so everyday it must be the cause of some of the dreadful accidents on our roads.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Revoiced

Newsletter

Sign up to the best reads of the week from irishexaminer.com selected just for you.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited