Galway Bay fm newsroom – ‘A vehicle is a lethal weapon – and alcohol affects your ability to control it.’
That’s according to Regional Traffic Superintendent Noel Kelly.
He says attitudes towards drink-driving have changed – and people are taking unnecessary risks.
Superintendent Kelly says driving under the influence of alcohol can have very serious consequences.
Gardaí will be out in force this weekend as part of a major bank holiday road safety operation.
Superintendent Kelly says drivers’ attitudes need to change, as the effects of road deaths are far-reaching.
Brian Farrell of the Road Safety Authority says drivers should always expect the unexpected.