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Holly Lennon

Danger drivers flout lockdown to put lives at risk on Glasgow roads

Drivers are breaking lockdown rules and breaking the law while out on Glasgow's roads.

Police have issued a warning to drivers after a dozens of dangerous drivers were caught speeding over the weekend.

Motorists are being urged to drive safely and to stay off the roads except for essential journeys.

Among those picked up by traffic police was a 21-year-old man who was caught driving at 103mph in a 70mph limit on the M8 near Euro Central.

Chief Superintendent Louise Blakelock, head of Road Policing said: “The dangers of speeding are well known and have been shown time and again as being a significant factor in fatal and serious injury collisions.

“Speeding increases your risk of being involved in a collision. With the current challenges facing us just now, we need to protect the NHS and save lives, therefore, drivers need to be more cautious and consider other road users.

“The high speeds detected over the weekend show that despite the clear risks involved a minority of drivers are still willing to take their chance. Officers will continue to patrol the road network to deter and detect illegal driving behaviour in an effort to keep the public safe.

"Additionally, the stay at home message from the Scottish Government is still in place, therefore, we would ask people to consider if their journey really is essential. If it is, drive safely.”

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