Londoners are being warned of the dangers of drink and drug driving over the festive period as the Metropolitan Police launches its Christmas campaign.
Officers from all of the capital’s boroughs will be conducting dedicated patrols using standard breathalysers and new dedicated equipment designed to test for drug driving.
Revellers who may be unaware they are still over the limit the morning after a Christmas celebration are among those being targeted.
Chief Superintendent David Snelling, head of the Met’s traffic unit, said: "Drink and drug drivers need to be aware there are very real consequences to their actions.
“Not only do they risk arrest and imprisonment, they are also putting themselves and the lives of others at danger. Why would you do that?"
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