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Breathalysers on cars should be introduced for repeat drink-driving offenders, Burnham told
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RAC head of policy, Simon Williams, said: “Drink-driving remains one of the most preventable causes of death and serious injury on our roads. Replying to a consultation on the issue, the department noted that many respondents felt placing an interlock obligation on vehicle manufacturers would be "disproportionate" ahead of broader policy choices on the equipment.
A DfT spokesperson said: “Driving under the influence of alcohol puts everyone at risk, and every drink-drive collision represents a preventable tragedy. “The Government said it would set out its next steps within three months of the road safety strategy consultation closing.
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- Replying to a consultation on the issue, the department noted that many respondents felt placing an interlock obligation on vehicle manufacturers would be "disproportionate" ahead of broader policy choices on the…
- RAC head of policy, Simon Williams, said: “Drink-driving remains one of the most preventable causes of death and serious injury on our roads.
- “The Government said it would set out its next steps within three months of the road safety strategy consultation closing.
- A DfT spokesperson said: “Driving under the influence of alcohol puts everyone at risk, and every drink-drive collision represents a preventable tragedy.
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