Bracknell

Victims will be cut out of a mock car crash by Bracknell fire officers to highlight the dangers of drink and drug driving at Christmas.

Emergency services and Bracknell Forest Council are joining forces to encourage everyone to have a safe Christmas on the roads.

The Council’s road safety team organised the drink and drug driving roadshow (known as Triple D) with Thames Valley Police and Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service. It will be in Market Square, Bracknell, from 10am until 3pm on Saturday, December 13.

In the mock crash, fire officers will cut students from Bracknell and Wokingham College from a car. There will also be a police exhibition trailer offering advice and information about safe driving.

Meanwhile, the Council’s road safety team will be offering samples of non-alcoholic cocktails.

Tina Housego, Bracknell Forest Council’s road safety officer, said: "This roadshow will reinforce the serious message about drinking and using drugs and then driving.

"I hope everyone who comes along will think just that little bit more about their safety on the roads either as drivers, passengers or pedestrians over Christmas.”

Cllr Mrs Mary Ballin, Executive Member for Bracknell Planning and Transport, said: "Even though many of our thoughts this time of year are on having fun, it is important we do not forget how to keep ourselves and others safe.

"I would like to wish everyone a very safe, and happy Christmas.”

Bracknell Forest Council