🚗🍷 Important Update for Drivers! 🚗🍷
Heads up, folks! There’s talk of changing the drink-driving limit for the first time in more than 50 years. England and Wales might soon follow Scotland and the rest of Europe in lowering the limit, which means even a single drink could put you over.
📉 **New Limit Details**:
– The limit may drop from 35 to 22 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath.
– For men, this could mean just under one pint of beer, and for women, about half a pint or a small glass of wine.
But how long does alcohol stick around in your system? 🤔
⏳ **Your Body vs. Alcohol**:
– On average, it takes about an hour per unit for your body to metabolise alcohol. However, this can vary with weight, gender, and metabolism.
– Here’s a quick guide on how long it might take to break down your favourite drinks:
– 🍷 Large glass of wine: 5 hours
– 🍸 Sex on the beach cocktail: 4 hours
– 🥃 Double vodka: 4 hours
– 🍺 Pint of cider: 4 hours
– 🍹 Pina colada: 3 hours
Remember, nothing speeds up the process—not even that big breakfast or glass of water!
🔍 **Playing It Safe**:
– Roughly, you’ll need around 3 hours for a large glass of wine to clear or 2 hours for a weaker pint of beer. High-strength lagers or ciders take longer—about 3 hours.
🚔 **The Serious Side**: If you’re caught over the limit, you could face a minimum 12-month driving ban, a hefty fine, or even a prison sentence. So, think before you drink and hit the roads. Better safe than sorry!
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Stay smart and drive safely! 🚦✨