It takes a lot longer than most people think for alcohol to pass through the body.

On average it takes around one hour per unit of alcohol, though this can vary depending on a number of factors.

Because of this, there is a real risk that people who would not dream of driving after drinking may still be unwittingly over the drink drive limit the morning after.  This includes people going about everyday activities such as driving to work, doing the school run, popping to the shops or going to see friends.

There’s nothing you can do to speed up the rate alcohol leaves your system. Having a cup of coffee or a cold shower won’t do anything to get rid of the alcohol. You might feel slightly different, but you won’t have eliminated the alcohol in any way – so THINK BEFORE YOU DRINK!

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