NSW Police Traffic and Highway Patrol is reminding drivers that double demerits have started ahead of the long weekend, and to slow down on the roads. Operation Slow Down, the annual October long-weekend traffic-enforcement campaign, started today (Friday 4 October 2013) and will run until 11.59am on Monday (7 October 2013). Double demerits are now in force for all speeding, seatbelt and motorcycle-helmet offences in this period. Acting Superintendent Mark Cook, Traffic and Highway Patrol Command, said the message for all road users was to slow down and remain patient on the roads. “The long weekend is a time to be enjoyed with family and friends. When you are out on the road, obey the law, drive carefully and get to your destination safely. “Parents driving the family home at the end of the school holidays should make sure they stick to the speed limit, drive to the conditions and take plenty of breaks. “What may start out as a fun holiday, can very quickly turn to tragedy if drivers are fatigued, distracted, or pushing speed limits. “Speeding or not wearing a seat belt could mean the loss of your licence under double demerits, so motorists need to ensure they drive to the road conditions,” Acting Superintendent Cook said.
Posted on: Fri, 04 Oct 2013 05:49:14 +0000
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