by Andrew Martin | Jan 14, 2026 | Drink Driving Scotland, Drug Driving
The 2026 Road Traffic Law Consultation introduces several UK Driving Law Changes that go beyond simple enforcement. Among the proposals are two “common-sense” reforms that prioritise rehabilitation over retribution: the introduction of drug driving rehab...
by Steven Farmer | Jan 13, 2026 | Drink Driving Scotland, Driving Ban Scotland, New Drivers
Changes to the Drink Driving Limit – a Two Tier Justice System? Changes to the drink limit are currently being considered as part of a comprehensive Road Safety Strategy review. The UK Government is proposing a number of changes to drink driving law and drink...
by Steven Farmer | Jan 12, 2026 | Drink Driving Scotland, Driving Ban Scotland
Proposed Changes to Drink Driving Penalties As part of a comprehensive Road Safety Strategy review, the UK Government is proposing a number of changes to drink driving law and drink driving penalties. These include: Lowering the legal limit for drink driving for...
by Andrew Martin | Dec 3, 2025 | Drink Driving Scotland
Alcolocks Could Become Mandatory for those convicted of Drink Driving in Scotland The UK government is considering introducing alcohol interlock devices, known as alcolocks, in vehicles. This comes as public support for stricter measures grows, with more than eighty...
by Steven Farmer | Nov 12, 2025 | Drink Driving Scotland, Uncategorised
The no likelihood of driving defence applies to people found “drunk in charge” of their vehicle. This is an offence in terms of the Road Traffic Act 1988 section 5(1)(b). There is a defence to such a charge called “no likelihood of driving”....
by Steven Farmer | Nov 11, 2025 | Drink Driving Scotland, Uncategorised
In my opinion the court-imposed requirements of the post-incident drinking defence are unfair to the accused. In this article I will explain why. I will also explain the necessary ingredients of a successful defence. What is the post-incident drinking defence? The...
