A WA parliamentary question asks the Minister for Police and Emergency Services about introducing drug testing for motorists similar to measures in Britain. The Minister confirms the Road Safety Council is considering the matter.

AnsweredQoN 1204Legislative Assembly
Asked
21 October 2003
Portfolio
Police and Emergency Services

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(1) Is the minister aware that recent changes to the Road Traffic Act in Britain empower police to test motorists for drugs and allows them to take specimens of sweat or saliva for scientific testing? (2) If so, will the minister consider introducing similar measures to help reduce the rate of deaths and injuries on Western Australian roads? (3) If not, why not? Mrs M.H. ROBERTS

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(1)-(3) Yes, I can confirm that those matters are currently under consideration by the Road Safety Council. I have already announced that they are under consideration.
(2) If so, will the minister consider introducing similar measures to help reduce the rate of deaths and injuries on Western Australian roads? (3) If not, why not? Mrs M.H. ROBERTS replied: (1)-(3) Yes, I can confirm that those matters are currently under consideration by the Road Safety Council. I have already announced that they are under consideration.
(3) If not, why not? Mrs M.H. ROBERTS replied: (1)-(3) Yes, I can confirm that those matters are currently under consideration by the Road Safety Council. I have already announced that they are under consideration.
Mrs M.H. ROBERTS replied: (1)-(3) Yes, I can confirm that those matters are currently under consideration by the Road Safety Council. I have already announced that they are under consideration.
(1)-(3) Yes, I can confirm that those matters are currently under consideration by the Road Safety Council. I have already announced that they are under consideration.

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