From the beginning of March 2015, a new law was introduced to try to combat the problems of drivers being under the influence of illegal drugs. This also covers some prescribed drugs.
If a driver is found guilty of breaking this law the consequences are severe:
• £5,000 fine
• automatic 12 month driving ban
• a maximum six-month jail sentence
and
• a criminal record
However, if you are taking your medicine as directed and your driving is not impaired then you are not breaking the law, so
1. Check whether what you are taking is affected by the new legislation. This can be found in the Summary of Product Characteristics provided with your medicine.
2. Always follow the instructions given by your doctor/pharmacist or printed in the accompanying leaflet, about when and how to take your medication.
3. Keep proof of any prescribed medication with you in the event you are stopped by the police.
It is your responsibility to consider whether your driving might or might not be impaired, but if it isn’t and you are taking a drug lawfully after medical advice, the new law does include a medicinal defence.
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DO YOU TAKE ANY PRESCRIBED MEDICATION? New laws might affect you.
Friday, April 17th, 2015Tips To Help You Keep Safe When Driving
Tuesday, February 17th, 2015Even though the birds are starting to sing again and the bulbs are starting to show giving us the feeling that spring is in the air we are still suffering from severe frosts and icy mornings.
With this in mind it is still useful to take some simple precautions with your vehicle when out and about.
* Is your vehicle roadworthy for the conditions – check tyres, windscreen washers and wipers, lights, petrol and heater.
* In case of breakdown, carry warm clothing, a blanket and if on a long journey a flask containing a hot drink.
* Drive according to conditions – keep your speed down, avoid harsh acceleration or braking especially in icy conditions keep a greater distance between you and the vehicle in front.
* Fog lamps should only be used in fog or falling snow, don’t blind oncoming traffic by using them in normal conditions.
* Plan routes to use major roads which are more likely to have been cleared of snow and ice and gritted.
Happy Christmas and a Prosperous 2015 to Everyone
Monday, December 22nd, 2014
MDS Courier Services goes Polar Express!!!
Wednesday, November 26th, 2014MDS Courier Services goes Polar Express!!! 
Going the extra mile to bring Christmas joy!
Dave of MDS Courier Services recently had the pleasure of ensuring Paul the polar bear and his frosty companions had a safe journey from the snowy peaks of Huddersfield to their new home at Somerset House ice rink where they will be assisting children in learning to skate.
Dave was sad to say goodbye to his new travelling companions but does have more of Paul’s relatives to deliver in time for the festive season.
Give MDS Courier Services a call if you have any package whether it be small, tall …… or even an Arctic animal that needs careful handling and safe, guaranteed delivery in time for Christmas. Nothing is too hard to “bear” for Dave!
