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Motorists told not to 'lick and drive' | Motorists told not to 'lick and drive' |
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People are being warned not to "lick and drive" if they enjoy alcoholic ice lollies this summer as it could put them over the limit. | People are being warned not to "lick and drive" if they enjoy alcoholic ice lollies this summer as it could put them over the limit. |
Lollies with drinks such as Prosecco or gin and tonic can contain about 4.5% alcohol, the same strength as beer. | |
Drivers are being advised to keep count of their lolly consumption by police. | Drivers are being advised to keep count of their lolly consumption by police. |
Cleveland and Durham Operations Unit acting Insp Harry Simpson said drivers could be "lulled" into a false sense of security. | Cleveland and Durham Operations Unit acting Insp Harry Simpson said drivers could be "lulled" into a false sense of security. |
He added: "On a hot summer's day it is easy to lose count of how many you have, and then get behind the wheel of a car. | He added: "On a hot summer's day it is easy to lose count of how many you have, and then get behind the wheel of a car. |
"If you wouldn't consider drinking a gin and tonic or cocktail when driving, then you shouldn't consider having one of these lollies." | "If you wouldn't consider drinking a gin and tonic or cocktail when driving, then you shouldn't consider having one of these lollies." |
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