Avon & Somerset Police are urging people to do their bit to tackle drink and drug-driving this Christmas, as statistics show 2025 has been another tragic year on the roads.
Drink and drug driving is being targeted over the festive season | Photo © Avon & Somerset Police
The roads policing team are carrying out proactive roadside checks and talking to motorists about the dangers of drink and drug-driving, which has been the core factor in 25% of the 32 fatal collisions so far this year.
The annual month-long Christmas roads policing operation was launched on Monday 1st December, and people are urged to report those they suspect are getting behind the wheel while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
Inspector Matt Boiles said: “There is no safe way to drink and drive – not at Christmas, not any day of the year.”
He added: “Don’t be tempted to take chances; we will be out there conducting checks and responding to intelligence.”
If you believe someone is currently driving under the influence of drink or drugs, call 999.
You can anonymously report a suspected drink or drug-driver here.
