Every driver stopped by police in Suffolk will be breathalysed as part of a crackdown on drink and drug driving. 

As part of the #IsYourLicenceWorthIt campaign, emergency services are working together to highlight those who are seriously injured or killed as a result of drink and drug driving.

This year's campaign focuses on what happens to the everyday drink drivers who may be driving the morning after a party while still over the limit, or they could be popping to the shops after having a glass of wine with dinner.

Despite only having a few drinks, their ability to assess the road and its risks is reduced.

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Emergency services across Suffolk are working jointly for the campaignEmergency services across Suffolk are working jointly for the campaign (Image: Suffolk police)

The campaign started on Sunday, December 1 and every driver stopped by police in the county until Wednesday, January 1 will be breathalysed.

Anyone caught over the limit could face six month imprisonment, be fined an unlimited amount and be banned from driving for at least a year. 

Chief Inspector Vicky McParland, of Suffolk police, said: “The message is simple, do not drive under the influence.

“It is important to note that alcohol and drugs can stay in your system for longer than you may realise. You could still be under the effects of drugs for days after you have consumed them."

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Suffolk police has also secured additional funding from National Highways to purchase drug wipes to be used throughout the campaign which will expand testing capability and increase the chances of detecting drug driving.

Tim Passmore, police and crime commissioner for Suffolk, said: "Drink and drug driving kills and there is absolutely no excuse for anyone to drive if they are impaired. 

"I would like to think the message is getting through but sadly there are still drivers prepared to risk their own lives and the lives of others. 

"I’d like to encourage everyone to stop and think for a minute what the consequences of losing your driving licence would have on everyday life"