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Two motorists arrested and over 600 tested for intoxicated driving in overnight Garda operation

The initiative – Operation Surround – was carried out in various locations in Co Kildare.

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Nov 2nd 2019, 9:25 AM

Almost 700 people arrested on suspicion of intoxicated driving this month

In 2017, a total of 812 motorists were caught driving while intoxicated during the month of December.

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Dec 29th 2018, 10:57 AM

Fugitive murderer who escaped from Derry prison is arrested in Dublin, then released

Stephen Henry failed to return to Magilligan Prison in Northern Ireland earlier this week.

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Nov 3rd 2017, 7:27 PM

Pilot who drank two bottles of whiskey and beer with crew before flight jailed

The 38-year-old was almost seven times the legal limit.

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Aug 18th 2015, 10:14 AM

When should drinkers have their supply cut off?... A new course teaches bartenders how to decide

The 90 minute online course is being backed by vintners groups…

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Oct 20th 2014, 3:15 PM

Poll: Should gardaí be allowed to detain a drunk person until they sober up?

Under current legislation, people arrested for public order offences cannot be held until they sober up.

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Apr 30th 2014, 9:28 AM

Wallabies star James O'Connor thrown out of Perth Airport

The winger was allegedly intoxicated when he was not allowed to board a flight.

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Sep 18th 2013, 11:13 AM

Intoxication levels blamed for fight that left Irish brothers in Perth hospital

Police said the Irish men were intoxicated when they became involved in an altercation with three other men.

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Jul 8th 2013, 8:14 PM

Drinking alcohol may improve ability to detect changes

Drunk and sober people both notice the same amount of changes, but those who have been drinking notice them more quickly, a study has shown.

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Feb 16th 2013, 8:15 AM