Drink-driving is a menace that needs to be stamped out and 81 per cent of UK motorists agree that you should never drive even if you’ve only consumed the smallest amount of alcohol.

The problem is that new research published by the AA shows how 59 per cent of drivers believe they’re the exception that proves the rule.

Double standards place lives at risk

Overall, the AA’s study revealed almost two-thirds of UK drivers believe they can judge their own limit and think this makes them safe to drive, even after they’ve been drinking.

Responding to the research, director at the AA Charitable Trust Edmund King commented: “Even if you’re not obviously drunk, you can still be over the legal limit and your driving can be impaired.”

Indeed, the consequences of drink-driving can be deadly, while even if the worst does not happen, anyone found to be driving while over the limit will face some serious repercussions.

This includes the possibility of a prison sentence, being banned from driving and fines of up to £2,500 if found guilty.

Mr King concluded, the message is simple: “If you are going to drive then don’t drink and if you are going to drink then don’t drive.”

Heather Stark, brand manager at The Fuelcard People, comments: “Drinking and driving should never mix. It’s a recipe for disaster and can place drivers, their passengers and members of the public in significant danger.”