Scots holidaymakers to be tested for booze before they drive off from airport in cop crackdown
BEVY CHECK Scots holidaymakers to be tested for booze before they drive off from airport in cop crackdown
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COPS are set to breathalyse holidaymakers returning to Scotland as part of a new drink-drive crackdown.
In a first for the country, police will test the booze levels of some passengers driving off after landing at Aberdeen International Airport.
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The pilot project will be trialled at Aberdeen International Airport
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Police Scotland is launching Operation Safe Landing
The Operation Safe Landing scheme is a joint initiative between Border Policing and Road Policing officers and could be rolled out to other areas.
Authorities are urging people who choose to drink alcohol on their flight to make arrangements for safe onward travel from the airport to their final destination.
There will be an increased police presence at the airport and officers will engage with arriving passengers, conduct roadside checks and carry out breathalyser tests where appropriate.
Border Policing Inspector Kelly Manson said: 'We understand that for many, a drink on a flight can be part of the holiday experience.
'However, the legal drink-drive limit in Scotland is strict.
"And the effects of alcohol, coupled with potential travel fatigue, can significantly impair a driver's ability to operate a vehicle safely.
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'Operation Safe Landing is about ensuring everyone arriving at the airport gets home safely, without putting themselves or others at risk.
'This pilot project will be evaluated with a view to rolling it out to other areas.'
The penalties for drink-driving in Scotland include a minimum 12-month driving ban, a fine of up to £5,000, a criminal record and in some cases, a prison sentence.
Road Policing Inspector Steve Manson said: 'We are committed to prioritising road safety and our officers are out every day educating road users and carrying out enforcement.
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'If you choose to drink alcohol on your flight, please make safe arrangements for your journey from the airport.
'Drink-driving kills and seriously injures people.
"The decision can be life-changing for you and the people around you.
'We're asking everyone to take responsibility and help us save lives.'
Robert Paterson, head of operations at Aberdeen International Airport, welcomed the launch of Operation Safe Landing.
He said: 'Passenger safety is always a key focus for us, and this initiative supports that goal by encouraging responsible behaviour when travelling.
'We understand that holidays are a time to relax, but it's important that everyone considers how they'll get home safely.
'We're pleased to work alongside Police Scotland to help raise awareness and ensure Aberdeen International Airport remains a safe and supportive environment for all travellers.'
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