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Families Demand Tougher Drug Driving Laws After Tragedies

12/12/2025

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Families of victims killed by drug drivers are advocating for tougher laws in England.
Charlie Ward, whose father was killed by a driver over ten times the drug limit, supports roadside license revocation for positive drug tests.
Linzi Stewart advocates immediate license revocation for dangerous drivers pending trial.
The Department for Transport is improving prosecution efficiency.
Data show a 14% increase in drug-driving convictions from the previous year.

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Families of victims killed by drug drivers are advocating for tougher laws in England.
Charlie Ward, whose father was killed by a driver over ten times the drug limit, supports roadside license revocation for positive drug tests.
Linzi Stewart advocates immediate license revocation for dangerous drivers pending trial.
The Department for Transport is improving prosecution efficiency.
Data show a 14% increase in drug-driving convictions from the previous year.