Drink-Drive Limit to Be Reduced in Road Safety Plan

The UK government plans to address rising road deaths, currently at 1,602 in 2024, with new measures including a potential reduction of the drink-driving limit from 35 to 22 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath. Additional strategies involve revising eye tests for older drivers, cracking down on uninsured motorists, and implementing alcohol interlock devices. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander emphasizes the unacceptable toll of road accidents on individuals and the NHS. Overall, these changes aim to improve road safety and reduce fatalities.

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