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Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Data on Edinburgh drink drivers released as police issue crackdown
It has been revealed that Edinburgh had 491 reports of drink driving in the past year. Data released by the Recorded Crime in Scotland report comes as Police Scotland are launching their annual summer clampdown on rule breaking motorists, which runs until July 13. Although the City of Edinburgh had close to 500 incidents reported, the capital pales in comparison with Glasgow which had 1,026 cases lodged with police. READ MORE: Edinburgh man swore at resident while demanding they 'do their own dishes' READ MORE: East Lothian nurse caught after police raid home with disturbing discovery North Lanarkshire was the next worst locality with 745 offences and the Highlands closely followed with 654. South Lanarkshire had 493. "Four in ten motorists (41 per cent) admitted to consuming more alcohol whilst Scotland was in lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic," said AlcoSense Managing Director Hunter Abbott. "Worryingly, 15 per cent said their drinking habits have remained at the same level since. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. "So it seems that, whilst most Scots are showing a far more responsible attitude towards drinking and driving, a stubborn hard core may account for the increase in alcohol-related accidents." Abbott added: "When you go out socialising this summer, plan ahead for how you'll get home. And if you've been drinking the night before, test yourself with a personal breathalyser in the morning to check you're clear. "The risk of being in a fatal accident increases significantly with alcohol in your system - even if you are below the legal limit." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Police are warning drivers to leave their car at home when enjoying a drink during the summer months. Over the next two weeks, we will be conducting intelligence-led high visibility patrols and roadside checks to detect those driving under the influence of drink or drugs. Officers will also be looking out for early morning motorists that may still be under the influence from the night before. During last year's festive enforcement campaign, Police Scotland conducted 4,779 breath tests and 963 roadside drug checks.
Edinburgh Live
a day ago
- Edinburgh Live
Data on Edinburgh drink drivers released as police issue crackdown
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info It has been revealed that Edinburgh had 491 reports of drink driving in the past year. Data released by the Recorded Crime in Scotland report comes as Police Scotland are launching their annual summer clampdown on rule breaking motorists, which runs until July 13. Although the City of Edinburgh had close to 500 incidents reported, the capital pales in comparison with Glasgow which had 1,026 cases lodged with police. North Lanarkshire was the next worst locality with 745 offences and the Highlands closely followed with 654. South Lanarkshire had 493. "Four in ten motorists (41 per cent) admitted to consuming more alcohol whilst Scotland was in lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic," said AlcoSense Managing Director Hunter Abbott. "Worryingly, 15 per cent said their drinking habits have remained at the same level since. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. "So it seems that, whilst most Scots are showing a far more responsible attitude towards drinking and driving, a stubborn hard core may account for the increase in alcohol-related accidents." Abbott added: "When you go out socialising this summer, plan ahead for how you'll get home. And if you've been drinking the night before, test yourself with a personal breathalyser in the morning to check you're clear. "The risk of being in a fatal accident increases significantly with alcohol in your system - even if you are below the legal limit." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Police are warning drivers to leave their car at home when enjoying a drink during the summer months. Over the next two weeks, we will be conducting intelligence-led high visibility patrols and roadside checks to detect those driving under the influence of drink or drugs. Officers will also be looking out for early morning motorists that may still be under the influence from the night before. During last year's festive enforcement campaign, Police Scotland conducted 4,779 breath tests and 963 roadside drug checks.
Scotsman
4 days ago
- Scotsman
Police Scotland launches July drink drive blitz
Glasgow is once again the drink drive hotspot of Scotland with 1,026 offences recorded in the past year, new figures show. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The city is well ahead of second-placed North Lanarkshire (745 offences) - with Highland ranking third (654). Also in the top five worst areas for driving under the influence ('DUI') are South Lanarkshire (493) and the City of Edinburgh (491). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The news comes as Police Scotland launch their annual July blitz on drink and drug driving. July drink drive blitz in Scotland There were 8,638 DUI offences in 2024/25, according to the latest Recorded Crime in Scotland report – an increase of 7% on the previous year and up 58% over the past decade. Separate figures from Transport Scotland reveal that drink drive casualties are also on the rise – with 310 in a single year, including 30 people killed by drunk motorists. The Scottish drink drive limit was lowered in December 2014 from 80mg of alcohol in 100ml of blood to 50mg. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad According to a poll of 1,000 Scots by breathalyser firm AlcoSense, 41% of motorists no longer drink alcohol when they know they will be driving later the same day or the following morning – with a further 29% saying they've reduced consumption since the law was changed. Scottish drink drive offences 2024-2025 by police district The most popular way to avoid breaking the stricter rules is to arrange alternative transport home after a night's drinking – 46% now either walk, take a taxi or rely on a designated alcohol-free driver. 'Four in ten motorists (41%) admitted to consuming more alcohol whilst Scotland was in lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic,' comments AlcoSense MD Hunter Abbott.. 'Worryingly, 15% say their drinking habits have remained at the same level since. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'So it seems that, whilst most Scots are showing a far more responsible attitude towards drinking and driving, a stubborn hard core may account for the increase in alcohol-related accidents'. Police Scotland's road safety campaign will run for two weeks until 13 July. During the last crackdown over Christmas, officers conducted 4,779 breath tests and 963 drug wipes. 'When you go out socialising this Summer plan ahead for how you'll get home,' adds Hunter Abbott, 'and if you've been drinking the night before test yourself with a personal breathalyser in the morning to check you're clear. 'The risk of being in a fatal accident increases significantly with alcohol in your system – even if you are below the legal limit'.
Scotsman
4 days ago
- Scotsman
Police Scotland launches July drink drive blitz
Glasgow is once again the drink drive hotspot of Scotland with 1,026 offences recorded in the past year, new figures show. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The city is well ahead of second-placed North Lanarkshire (745 offences) - with Highland ranking third (654). Also in the top five worst areas for driving under the influence ('DUI') are South Lanarkshire (493) and the City of Edinburgh (491). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The news comes as Police Scotland launch their annual July blitz on drink and drug driving. July drink drive blitz in Scotland There were 8,638 DUI offences in 2024/25, according to the latest Recorded Crime in Scotland report – an increase of 7% on the previous year and up 58% over the past decade. Separate figures from Transport Scotland reveal that drink drive casualties are also on the rise – with 310 in a single year, including 30 people killed by drunk motorists. The Scottish drink drive limit was lowered in December 2014 from 80mg of alcohol in 100ml of blood to 50mg. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad According to a poll of 1,000 Scots by breathalyser firm AlcoSense, 41% of motorists no longer drink alcohol when they know they will be driving later the same day or the following morning – with a further 29% saying they've reduced consumption since the law was changed. Scottish drink drive offences 2024-2025 by police district. The most popular way to avoid breaking the stricter rules is to arrange alternative transport home after a night's drinking – 46% now either walk, take a taxi or rely on a designated alcohol-free driver. 'Four in ten motorists (41%) admitted to consuming more alcohol whilst Scotland was in lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic,' comments AlcoSense MD Hunter Abbott.. 'Worryingly, 15% say their drinking habits have remained at the same level since. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'So it seems that, whilst most Scots are showing a far more responsible attitude towards drinking and driving, a stubborn hard core may account for the increase in alcohol-related accidents'. Police Scotland's road safety campaign will run for two weeks until 13 July. During the last crackdown over Christmas, officers conducted 4,779 breath tests and 963 drug wipes. 'When you go out socialising this Summer plan ahead for how you'll get home,' adds Hunter Abbott, 'and if you've been drinking the night before test yourself with a personal breathalyser in the morning to check you're clear.
