New research conducted by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that almost a third (28%) of those aged 16-24 have themselves driven under the influence of illegal drugs, or been a passenger inside a vehicle where the driver has taken illegal drugs within the 24-hour period beforehand.

Over a quarter (26 %) of young people know someone who drives while under the influence of illegal drugs.

More positively, over two-thirds (69%) of this age group would be likely to stop others under the influence from driving. However, almost a fifth (19%) of young drivers were unlikely to stop a family member or friend who was planning to drive while under the influence of illegal drugs.  

https://www.iamroadsmart.com/media-policy/media-enquiries/news-details/2023/09/25/drug-driving-problem-among-younger-motorists-reaches-epidemic-levels

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