Government data released today shows that 260 people died in 2023 due to drink driving*, a fall of 14% compared to 2022. Meanwhile, 124 people died due to drug driving in 2023, up from 90 people in 2022**.
Commenting on the findings, Jack Cousens, Head of Roads Policy for The AA, said:
"Deaths due to driving whilst under the influence of drink or drugs are at worrying levels. While drink driving fatalities fell by 14% between 2022 and 2023, drug driving deaths rose by 38% during the same period. This is truly shocking, and more needs to be done to stop people getting behind the wheel while impaired.
