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For years, alcohol has been the most dangerous substance to drivers in the UK, but it seems that the times are changing and there is a turn towards drugs being the main contributor to deaths on the roads.
A new survey has revealed than nearly forty percent of young drivers admit that they have driven under the influence of drugs, and the worrying thing is that fifty seven percent actually go as far as to admit that they felt their driving was impaired.
A new survey has revealed than nearly forty percent of young drivers admit that they have driven under the influence of drugs, and the worrying thing is that fifty seven percent actually go as far as to admit that they felt their driving was impaired. One in five of those admitting this said that their driving had been very impaired', according to the results produced by radio station Kiss 100.
Action grousp feel that the problem has been around for years, but it is just now that it is coming into the forefront of our minds.
"People might think they can get away with drug-driving more so than drink-driving but that's a myth," said Tony Allen, Chief Executive of A&A Group Ltd.
"Drug-driving is a big problem and one which is being taken very seriously.
"While it is technically prosecuted under the same law as drink-driving - driving while under the influence of drink or drugs - it is a double whammy because taking drugs is illegal in itself. So you can get prosecuted for driving while under the influence as well as possession.
"The focus of any campaign has traditionally been on drink-driving, but drug-driving is also on the radar.
"We do take all factors into consideration when assessing people for insurance and will treat each case individually. Those convicted of drug-driving are no different."
The study was supported by the Metropolitan Police to highlight the risks of drug riving. If you are driving in the UK, you will need Car Insurance Cheap policies are available online for all ages.
