More than 100 arrested for drunk or drug driving last weekend with two deaths and eight serious collisions on the roads

The Christmas period is one of the busiest on Irish roads. It is also one of the periods during which road users are at the highest risk of being involved in a fatal or serious road traffic collision.

An Garda Síochána is appealing to all those that will be taking to the roads over the Christmas period to slow down, drive within the speed limit and at an appropriate speed for the weather, traffic and road conditions.

Research by the Road Safety Authority found that 11% of motorists admitted to driving soon after consuming any alcoholic drink in the past 12 months.

25% of motorists said: "it is acceptable to drive short distances in your local area after consuming one alcoholic drink."

Read at Irish Independent