Garda catches one person driving under the influence every hour on average and figure is expected to rise this weekend
Gardaí will increase their presence on Irish roads over the St Patrick's Day weekend to target drink and drug driving. They typically arrest one person per hour for driving under the influence, and expect this figure to rise during the holiday. The public is urged to plan journeys in advance and avoid driving after consuming alcohol or drugs, as statistics show increased fatalities and serious injuries during St Patrick's Day celebrations, particularly the morning after.
