THE number of drunk and drug drivers snared by cops over the festive period has been revealed.

Police Scotland ran its annual festive drink/drug drive campaign from December 1 until January 2 in a bid to crack down on road behaviour and reduce casualties caused by substance use.

During the campaign, 3049 roadside tests were carried out and 722 offences were detected in total, increasing from 628 during the last campaign. 

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Assistant Chief Constable Mark Williams said: “Once again we are disappointed that people continue to take the risk of driving after consuming alcohol or drugs.

"As we strive to improve road safety the campaign highlighted the risks associated with drink or drug driving through a combination of social media and officers carrying out roadside checks."

In December, the Glasgow Times headed out with road policing officers as they carried out random checks on the city streets.

Cops can do breath tests and test saliva for the presence of drugs.

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Chief Inspector Lorraine Napier, who is West Area Commander of the Road Policing Division, also encouraged people to report instances where they see drink and drug driving.

She said: "Don’t be tempted just to jump in the car and drive and don’t be tempted to jump in the car if you know the driver has taken a drink.

"Persuade them not to drive and if you can’t do that contact the police and let us deal with it."

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It has been revealed that a number of drunk and drug drivers were reported by people known to the offenders. 

ACC Williams said: “Our campaign was very much intelligence-led with a number of offenders reported to us by colleagues, friends or family.

"I would encourage you to continue to report concerning driving behaviour to us. Throughout the year our officers will continue to relentlessly target those who selfishly put others at risk by driving after consuming alcohol or drugs.”