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Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Greater Manchester Police’s Inspector Tariq Butt and some of his team from our mounted and dog units are joining us for a Twitterchat next Tuesday.

‪Join them using #AskGMP If there is anything you would like to know about their work.

To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk

You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.

Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.

You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Greater Manchester Police’s Inspector Tariq Butt and some of his team from our mounted and dog units are joining us for a Twitterchat next Tuesday.

‪Join them using #AskGMP If there is anything you would like to know about their work.

To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit www.gmp.police.uk

You should call 101, the national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.

Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.

You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Jim Battle with Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith.

Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith.

Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

NASA Astronaut Kate Rubins, the first person to sequence DNA in space, participates in the 2017 National DNA Day Twitter Chat.

Credit: Ernesto del Aguila III

Displaying the new mobile drug testing equipment.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

NIH Director, Francis Collins, M.D., Ph.D., (left) answers questions with NIH News Media Branch Chief Renate Myles (right) during the 2017 National DNA Day Twitter Chat.

Credit: Ernesto del Aguila III, NHGRI.

Between 1 December 2013 and 1 January 2014 police stopped and breathalysed 7,987 motorists as part of their annual drink drive campaign.

319 were arrested, equating to 3.9 per cent of all those stopped. This is a reduction from 4.1 per cent last year.

Seventy two people tested positive following a collision while 247 were caught by officers at a roadside check site or while out on patrol.

GMP launched its ‘None for the Road’ campaign ahead of the festive period in conjunction with DriveSafe, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and local authority road safety teams.

Launch events were held in MediaCity, Stockport and Wigan and leaflets and posters were distributed throughout the region.

Officers also used social media to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence.

A twitterchat gave residents the opportunity to ask a traffic officer questions, while tweeting live from a shift on’ Mad Friday’ allowed followers to gain an insight into the issues faced by police on the roads.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith from the ANPR & Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit and responsible for this year’s festive drink drive campaign said: “It is reassuring to see that there are fewer people putting lives in danger by drink driving but there is still a lot of work to do.

“Three hundred and nineteen people still thought it was acceptable to get behind the wheel after having a drink and it’s this kind of behaviour that leads to deaths on our roads.

“Drinking and driving is a deadly mix and although the festive operation may have concluded, our fight is far from over. None for the road is a message for life, not just for Christmas and officers will continue to relentlessly target those suspected of drink or drug driving until we rid the roads of this problem all together.”

GMFRS Group Manager, Stuart Millington, said: “We’re delighted that the ‘None for the Road’ campaign has been so successful over the festive period.

“Firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. Drinking and driving is a recipe for disaster and all too often we are there to pick up the pieces.

“Anything which can be done to stop people getting behind the wheel when they’re drunk is fantastic for GMFRS and the people of Greater Manchester.”

Karen Delaney, communications officer at DriveSafe, said: “The aim of this initiative was to warn people about the consequences of getting ‘merry’ behind the wheel and although it’s pleasing to see that more people are taking this message on board, there are still far too many people drink driving.

“Our priority is to make the roads of Greater Manchester safer for all and we will continue to work with police and fire to make this happen.”

To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.

www.gmp.police.uk

You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.

Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.

You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.

Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Jim Battle and the wreckage of a fatal collision.

Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

Displaying the new mobile drug testing equipment.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Emergency services have today (Monday 2 June) launched their summer drink and drug driving campaign ahead of the World Cup.

Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service have joined forces with the Police & Crime Commissioner, Drivesafe and local authorities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The month-long operation will see police officers on patrol around the clock targeting suspected drink drivers.

Police will also be using new portable drug testing machines to test instantly whether a driver is under the influence of drugs, rather than having to wait for a doctor to administer a blood test.

During last year’s summer drink drive campaign police carried out almost 5,000 breath tests and arrested 252 people.

Following on from Christmas, police are continuing to encourage abstinence rather than restraint and will be hammering home the ‘none for the road’ message using social media and posters in pubs.

Inspector Matt Bailey-Smith said: “We tend to see an increase in the amount of people drink driving during the summer months, be it because they’ve nipped to a beer garden after work or got caught up in the moment and drunk one too many at a barbecue.

“This year’s World Cup heightens the risk of drink driving and while we’re not looking to spoil anybody’s fun, we’d urge supporters to plan ahead and arrange transport prior to kick off so they don’t turn an evening of celebration into a lifetime of regret.

“Our officers have seen first-hand the devastation caused by drink and drug driving and we make absolutely no apology for relentlessly targeting this type of behaviour as it could save lives.

“If you don’t trust yourself not to drink then our simple advice is to leave the car at home. The only safe amount to drink if driving is none at all so do yourself and other road users a favour and leave the car keys alone.

“Be aware also that you might still be over the limit the following morning, particularly after some of the later kick offs. Our officers will be out around the clock targeting drink drivers so make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel.”

Deputy PCC Jim Battle said: “This summer, particularly with the World Cup, is a time of celebration and enjoyment for people across Greater Manchester. However, we have a responsibility to ourselves and others to behave responsibly.

“All right people know that drinking and driving is completely unacceptable, and has devastating consequences. It’s important that everyone gets the message loud and clear – Greater Manchester Police will not tolerate drink driving, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the time of year.

“Late kick offs this year pose a particular problem. If you have been drinking late, please leave your car at home when going to work the next day – it’s simply not worth taking the risk.”

Senior Paramedic, Duncan Mayoh said: “The devastation to both victims, their families and often witnesses to alcohol related incidents is indescribable and is something that will live with them for the rest of their lives. We see numerous injuries that can change lives for ever and unfortunately, too many deaths on our roads and all for the sake of a couple of drinks. We have dealt with victims, including drivers, passengers and other innocent road users who have lost limbs, have to live with facial and other disfigurements and some who will never come home. Our message is clear and simple, just one alcoholic drink is not worth killing someone for and that ultimately is the real risk.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s Group Manager Stuart Millington said: “Lots of people like a drink during the summer months, but some people will attempt to drive afterwards and these journeys can end in tragedy.

“Our firefighters now rescue more people from car crashes than they do from fires. These people often suffer devastating injuries - sometimes they don’t survive at all.

“Drinking and driving is a recipe for death and disaster – stay safe this summer don’t drink and drive.”

Karen Delaney, Communications Officer from Drivesafe said: “It’s so easy to get carried away when watching the football. Everyone is so excited about England’s potential fortunes, it is easy to get carried away and go over the limit without realising it. That’s why our message is ‘None For The Road’. If you’re planning on watching the match and having few drinks, don’t take the risk of getting behind the wheel, Greater Manchester has a fantastic public transport network and if all else fails just call a cab.”

Cllr Bernard Priest, deputy leader of Manchester City Council, said: "I want to remind anyone watching World Cup games or enjoying afternoon barbecues this summer that what they think of as a quick harmless drink could easily result in them losing their licence, their job or even causing a fatal accident. The best advice is always to leave your car at home if you think you might have a drink."

GMP will be holding a drink drive twitterchat on Thursday 5 June and tweeting live from a traffic shift on Saturday 13 June. Follow @gmpolice and @gmptraffic for more information.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Twitter Chat - Session 3, Sat 16 Feb

Trying the breath test equipment...just for fun.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police are warning drug drivers that they’re more equipped than ever to catch them as they launch their annual summer drug and drink drive operation.

This is the first operation since the introduction of new legislation earlier this year, which makes it an offence for motorists to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in their blood.

Officers can now test for cocaine and cannabis at the roadside using a drug screening device and if drugs are detected, the driver will be arrested and taken to a police station for a blood test.

Police have always encouraged drivers to have ‘none for the road’, and this applies to drugs as well as alcohol.

Inspector Susan Redfern from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “There is a misconception amongst drivers that they won’t get caught if they drug drive but with new legislation and drug-testing kits, it is easier than ever for us to catch you.

“Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether legal or not, can seriously impair your ability to drive and jeopardises people’s safety on the roads and we’ll use every tool at our disposal to stop this from happening.

“If you’re socialising this summer then please plan ahead and book a taxi, check public transport times or stick to none for the road.

“If you know of somebody driving under the influence of drink or drugs then please do the right thing and call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously before they kill themselves or somebody else.”

The traffic unit will be hosting a twitterchat on drink and drug driving later on this month. Follow @gmptraffic and @gmpolice feed and post questions using #AskGMP

To report a drink or drug driver, call Greater Manchester Police on 101 or 999 if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Spreading the word about volunteering.

Greater Manchester Police is supporting this year’s National Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) celebrating the crucial role that volunteers play in the force.

The Force has almost 1,300 volunteers who give up their own time to help police Greater Manchester. This week allows us to recognise the amazing work that they do.

Volunteer roles include special constables, police support volunteers, police cadets, museum and band volunteers.

There are over 650 specials currently in GMP who give up a minimum of four hours a week to policing their local community.

With the same policing powers as regular officers, specials can not only bring skills and knowledge from their day jobs to the role but take a wealth of experience away from it too.

The Force also recognises those individuals who actively contribute to local groups outside of the police organisation who volunteer their skills and time in making their communities a better and consequently safer place to be.

Participatory budgeting events held across Greater Manchester earlier this year demonstrated a wide array of additional services provided by communities for communities such as the provision of support to domestic violence victims, sport activities for local youths and art groups for the elderly.

Greater Manchester Police Assistant Chief Constable Garry Shewan said: “Volunteers play an integral part in policing the streets of Greater Manchester and this week is the perfect opportunity to thank them for of the work that they do.

“The individuals who give up their own time to positively contribute to the local community are an example to us all.”

Greater Manchester Police Museum has 20 volunteers and they play a key role in the day to day running of the museum.

The museum located on Newton Street in the Northern Quarter area of Manchester city centre has been recognised as a ‘hidden gem’ by VisitEngland.

Open every Tuesday 10.30am-3.30pm the museum is free of charge and has regular visits from specialist departments in the force.

For more information on the museum visit www.gmp.museum.co.uk and follow Greater Manchester Police on Facebook and @GMPMuseum on Twitter.

Young people are also getting involved in volunteering at GMP through the police cadets. The fifteen cadet unit across the Force are made up of groups of 13-17 year olds who learn about policing and crime prevention in the community.

ACC Shewan added: “Our volunteers are unpaid, highly trained professionals who work in a variety of different areas. We will be holding an event at Force Headquarters where we will be giving a personal thank you to some of our volunteers and celebrate the work that they do.”

To learn more about volunteering opportunities in GMP, visit the volunteer section of our website at www.gmp.police.uk.

You can also ask your questions on volunteering in our Twitterchat Thursday 4 June 1-3pm, ask your questions using #AskGMP and follow @GMPolice.

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Spreading the word about volunteering.

Greater Manchester Police is supporting this year’s National Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) celebrating the crucial role that volunteers play in the force.

The Force has almost 1,300 volunteers who give up their own time to help police Greater Manchester. This week allows us to recognise the amazing work that they do.

Volunteer roles include special constables, police support volunteers, police cadets, museum and band volunteers.

There are over 650 specials currently in GMP who give up a minimum of four hours a week to policing their local community.

With the same policing powers as regular officers, specials can not only bring skills and knowledge from their day jobs to the role but take a wealth of experience away from it too.

The Force also recognises those individuals who actively contribute to local groups outside of the police organisation who volunteer their skills and time in making their communities a better and consequently safer place to be.

Participatory budgeting events held across Greater Manchester earlier this year demonstrated a wide array of additional services provided by communities for communities such as the provision of support to domestic violence victims, sport activities for local youths and art groups for the elderly.

Greater Manchester Police Assistant Chief Constable Garry Shewan said: “Volunteers play an integral part in policing the streets of Greater Manchester and this week is the perfect opportunity to thank them for of the work that they do.

“The individuals who give up their own time to positively contribute to the local community are an example to us all.”

Greater Manchester Police Museum has 20 volunteers and they play a key role in the day to day running of the museum.

The museum located on Newton Street in the Northern Quarter area of Manchester city centre has been recognised as a ‘hidden gem’ by VisitEngland.

Open every Tuesday 10.30am-3.30pm the museum is free of charge and has regular visits from specialist departments in the force.

For more information on the museum visit www.gmp.museum.co.uk and follow Greater Manchester Police on Facebook and @GMPMuseum on Twitter.

Young people are also getting involved in volunteering at GMP through the police cadets. The fifteen cadet unit across the Force are made up of groups of 13-17 year olds who learn about policing and crime prevention in the community.

ACC Shewan added: “Our volunteers are unpaid, highly trained professionals who work in a variety of different areas. We will be holding an event at Force Headquarters where we will be giving a personal thank you to some of our volunteers and celebrate the work that they do.”

To learn more about volunteering opportunities in GMP, visit the volunteer section of our website at www.gmp.police.uk.

You can also ask your questions on volunteering in our Twitterchat Thursday 4 June 1-3pm, ask your questions using #AskGMP and follow @GMPolice.

Spreading the word about volunteering.

Greater Manchester Police is supporting this year’s National Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) celebrating the crucial role that volunteers play in the force.

The Force has almost 1,300 volunteers who give up their own time to help police Greater Manchester. This week allows us to recognise the amazing work that they do.

Volunteer roles include special constables, police support volunteers, police cadets, museum and band volunteers.

There are over 650 specials currently in GMP who give up a minimum of four hours a week to policing their local community.

With the same policing powers as regular officers, specials can not only bring skills and knowledge from their day jobs to the role but take a wealth of experience away from it too.

The Force also recognises those individuals who actively contribute to local groups outside of the police organisation who volunteer their skills and time in making their communities a better and consequently safer place to be.

Participatory budgeting events held across Greater Manchester earlier this year demonstrated a wide array of additional services provided by communities for communities such as the provision of support to domestic violence victims, sport activities for local youths and art groups for the elderly.

Greater Manchester Police Assistant Chief Constable Garry Shewan said: “Volunteers play an integral part in policing the streets of Greater Manchester and this week is the perfect opportunity to thank them for of the work that they do.

“The individuals who give up their own time to positively contribute to the local community are an example to us all.”

Greater Manchester Police Museum has 20 volunteers and they play a key role in the day to day running of the museum.

The museum located on Newton Street in the Northern Quarter area of Manchester city centre has been recognised as a ‘hidden gem’ by VisitEngland.

Open every Tuesday 10.30am-3.30pm the museum is free of charge and has regular visits from specialist departments in the force.

For more information on the museum visit www.gmp.museum.co.uk and follow Greater Manchester Police on Facebook and @GMPMuseum on Twitter.

Young people are also getting involved in volunteering at GMP through the police cadets. The fifteen cadet unit across the Force are made up of groups of 13-17 year olds who learn about policing and crime prevention in the community.

ACC Shewan added: “Our volunteers are unpaid, highly trained professionals who work in a variety of different areas. We will be holding an event at Force Headquarters where we will be giving a personal thank you to some of our volunteers and celebrate the work that they do.”

To learn more about volunteering opportunities in GMP, visit the volunteer section of our website at www.gmp.police.uk.

You can also ask your questions on volunteering in our Twitterchat Thursday 4 June 1-3pm, ask your questions using #AskGMP and follow @GMPolice.

Questions for week 4

PC Chris Hayden on location at Manchester International Airport during the filming of the latest of Greater Manchester Police’s 60 Second Security videos.

This film offers a range of simple tips to ensure your home stays secure while you are away on holiday.

It is planned to launch the film this Friday (27 June 2014) to coincide with an #askgmp Twitterchat at 1pm in which Chris will be taking security questions and offering advice to help you stay safe. Please submit your questions to @gmpolice using the #askgmp hashgtag.

The new film will be the fifteenth in the series, which has covered a wide range of security topic and proved popular on social media.

Why not check out some of the other video’s in the ’60 Second Security’ series by visiting www.gmp.police.uk/60secondsecurity

To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.

www.gmp.police.uk

You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.

Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.

You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.

The questions are available at plus.google.com/u/0/events/c021kf06eve5n9au6isj1t51d9c and at Coursera Forum at class.coursera.org/edc-001/forum/thread?thread_id=1079&am...

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PC Chris Hayden on location at Manchester International Airport during the filming of the latest of Greater Manchester Police’s 60 Second Security videos.

This film offers a range of simple tips to ensure your home stays secure while you are away on holiday.

It is planned to launch the film this Friday (27 June 2014) to coincide with an #askgmp Twitterchat at 1pm in which Chris will be taking security questions and offering advice to help you stay safe. Please submit your questions to @gmpolice using the #askgmp hashgtag.

The new film will be the fifteenth in the series, which has covered a wide range of security topic and proved popular on social media.

Why not check out some of the other video’s in the ’60 Second Security’ series by visiting www.gmp.police.uk/60secondsecurity

To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.

www.gmp.police.uk

You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.

Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.

You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.

I am busy compiling a list of favourite #TwitterChats for my website - Would love to know which ones you take part in on a weekly or monthly basis?

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