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Gardaí given new powers to test drivers for drugs at roadside

AN GARDA SÍOCHÁNA have been given new powers to test drivers for drugs at the roadside.

This is one of a number of measures included in the Road Traffic Bill 2016, which was passed by the Oireachtas today.

The bill contains a series of reforms dealing with drug driving; written-off vehicles; mutual recognition of driver disqualifications between Ireland and the UK; uninsured drivers; and a new optional 20km/h speed limit in built-up areas, among other measures.

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Source: thejournal.ie, 21/12/2016

Posted by Andy on 12/21 at 09:50 AM in
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