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Drugs (Roadside Testing) Bill

What this bill does

The Bill would make provision for roadside testing for illegal drugs.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Sir Christopher ChopeConservative

Last Updated

30 October 2008

In Plain English

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The Drugs (Roadside Testing) Bill would create a legal framework allowing police to carry out drug tests for drivers at the roadside. It would set out how these tests are conducted and what happens if the result indicates illegal drugs, with the aim of strengthening enforcement of drug-driving laws and improving road safety.

Key Points

Establishes a legal framework for roadside testing of illegal drugs.
Grants police powers to require and conduct roadside drug tests.
Specifies procedures for how tests are carried out and how results are handled.
Focuses on drug-impaired driving as part of road safety enforcement.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it passes, it would move on to committee stage for detailed examination and then proceed through the remaining stages.

Who is affected?

Drivers and motoristsPolice officers and road safety enforcement staffRoad safety organisations and the general public

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Updates & Documents

Documents (2)

Bill as introduced - html version

BillCommons

7 May 2008

Bill as introduced - pdf version

BillCommons

7 May 2008

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.