More than 300 motorists have been caught drink-driving at least FOUR times - as calls grow for breathalyser 'alcolocks' in reoffenders' cars
5 months, 3 weeks ago

More than 300 motorists have been caught drink-driving at least FOUR times - as calls grow for breathalyser 'alcolocks' in reoffenders' cars

Daily Mail  

Hundreds of people have been caught drink-driving at least four times, sparking calls for ministers to consider forcing reoffenders to have breathalysers fitted to their cars. A total of 27,837 British drivers were convicted of drink-driving multiple times in the 11 years to July 20, official figures reveal These separate figures show the horrific impact of drink-driving. Pictured are the number of fatalities in reported drink-driving collisions from 2012 to 2022 This graph, which uses data from the Department for Transport, shows drink-driving collisions as a proportion of all fatalities The endorsements - which last for 11 years from the date of the offence - are given to motorists convicted of driving or attempting to drive with alcohol above legal limits. Revealed: The number of drink-driving offences on drivers' licenses This is the number of DR10 endorsements on driving records as of July 20: One - 354,097 Two - 25,210 Three - 2,255 Four - 304 Five - 50 Six - 14 Seven - Four 'Additionally, serious consideration should be given to require repeat offenders to have alcolocks fitted to their vehicle.'

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