Children Drink Driving

Police records show that kids are being caught under the influence whilst behind the wheel.

718 children were found committing the offence between 2008 and 2013 in Scotland.

Figures show that some of those stopped were as young as 11 and 12 years old.

Police Scotland's Head of Roads Policing Chief Superintendent Iain Murray said: 

"Road safety has never had a higher priority for Police Scotland is a major priority for us and recent statistics show there is a downward trend in the numbers of people caught drinking and driving.

"While we saw a significant increase in the number of vehicles stopped and offences detected we also saw a reduction in drink and drugs driving.

"Police Scotland continues to work with and support groups and partners across the country including road safety forums to engage, educate and inform young drivers of the correct, safe behaviour that is needed when they get behind the wheel in respect of a range of driving and risk taking behaviours."

Kenny Macaskill, the Scottish Justice Secretary, wants the drink-drive limit to be reduced here.