A DRINK and drug-driving campaign has resulted in a 90 per cent increase on last year in reports to Crimestoppers, an anonymous crime reporting charity.

The campaign, delivered by the charity alongside Gloucestershire Road Safety Partnership (GRSP), is part of a national effort to highlight the dangers of driving under the influence, especially over the Christmas and New Year.

GRSP is made up of the county’s fire and rescue service, Gloucestershire County Council, Police and Police and Crime Commissioner.

Maria Boon, head of GRSP, said: “We want Gloucestershire to be safer for everyone so we work in partnership with the community, and agencies like Crimestoppers to take a joint approach.

“All road users should have the right to share the roads with safe and sociable drivers so we use education, training courses and campaigns like this one to deter irresponsible behaviour and make journeys as safe as possible.

Emily Van der Lely, GRSP regional manager, added: “Whilst people know the risks involved with drinking or taking drugs and then driving, not everyone is comfortable about informing the authorities if they suspect someone of doing it.

“Ringing Crimestoppers allows people to act responsibly by sharing information whilst still retaining their anonymity. We are thrilled that this campaign has proved to be so successful as every prolific drink or drug-driver taken off the road makes the rest of the community that bit safer.”

Anyone with information regarding someone who regularly drink or drug-drives can call 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Information can also be reported via the anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org/give-info.