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Warning from police amid increase in drink and drug driving

If you were drinking last night, think twice before getting behind the wheel this morning.

That's the warning from police who've made a number of arrests this TT fortnight of people caught driving under the influence of drink or drugs, with a notable increase in the latter.

Inspector Elliot Butler says it's "alarming" that some people, stopped for exceeding the speed limit, have also tested positive for drugs like cannabis and cocaine.

And when it comes to having alcohol and substances in your system, he says you can never be too careful:

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