Ten motorists - six men and four women - were arrested on drink driving off ences over the weekend in Police Scotland’s Highland and Islands Division area, prompting off cers to remind drivers about being responsible on the roads. Reports will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. Road Policing Inspector Neil Lumsden commented: ‘We regularly issue advice suragainst the dangers of drinking and driving and it is disappointing to see this message is still not getting through to some drivers.
‘Drinking under the influence of alcohol will significantly impair your ability to drive and react to unexpected changes in road conditions. ‘If you drink and drive, you risk endangering the safety of yourself and others and will also likely face prosecution where you could be disqualified from driving for a minimum of 12 months and have a criminal record.
‘If you are planning on drinking alcohol, plan how you are getting home and don’t drive. Also remember you may still be over the limit the morning after drinking. Anyone with concerns about a suspected drink or drug driver is urged to contact 101 or 999 in an emergency.’