As part of Nottinghamshire Police’s December 2023 drink/drug drive campaign, which aims to reduce road accidents caused by  drink driving, there will be roadshows in Mansfield Market Place.

The roadshows will highlight the dangers of getting behind the wheel when over the limit for alcohol.

They will be held in Mansfield Market Place, from 5pm to 6.30pm, on 8th and 15th December.

Members of the public will be invited to don “beer goggles” that simulate the effects of drunkenness, to show the effect on reaction speeds and the potentially disastrous consequences.

Officers hosting the engagement events will be on hand for the public to talk to, to understand the real dangers and consequences of drink driving, take part in sobriety tests, and provide feedback to Nottinghamshire Police.

Insp John Lees, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Driving after drinking can have devastating consequences and can easily result in loss of life. All too often we attend road traffic incidents which have life changing impacts on families.

“Please think about your drinking behaviours, particularly over the festive period. Please keep yourself, your family, and others safe.

“Please make it your rule: If you have had a drink, don’t drive.”