POLICE chiefs are launching a campaign to crack down on drink and drug drivers this summer.

They say the consequences of getting behind the wheel when unfit could be deadly.

Operation Crackdown will run from June 24 until July 7.

Roads policing unit Chief Inspector Michael Hodder said: “Ultimately, our main aim is to keep people as safe as possible on our roads by providing education, and by enforcing the law where we need to.

“It goes without saying that drink and drug-driving destroys lives, and it’s something that can so easily be avoided.

“People have a clear decision to make. By choosing to drive under the influence of drink or drugs, you are choosing to take a huge risk.

Alcohol and substances significantly impair your ability to carry out even the simplest of tasks.

“Don’t put yourself in danger. You can also be over the limit the morning after. A common misconception is that a few hours’ sleep, a coffee and some breakfast will do the trick, but it can take several hours for alcohol to leave your system and even longer for drugs.”

“Of course we want people to have fun and enjoy themselves this summer, but don’t do anything you might regret.

“We’re not out there to ruin your fun; in fact, we’d rather not make any arrests at all.

“But if you’re prepared to break the law then prepare to face the consequences.”