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Canterbury Police are urging drivers to stay safe on the roads this Queen’s Birthday weekend.?
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Road policing staff across Canterbury District will be running Operation Drive Safe in the lead-up to the long weekend.?
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The aim of the operation is to reinforce positive driving behaviour, with a view to reducing fatal and serious injury crashes.?
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Drivers can expect to be stopped at checkpoints between 30 May and 1 June, where Police staff will share road safety messages and promotional material on safer driving.?
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“The week prior to a holiday weekend is a great opportunity for Police to reinforce safe driving messages before people set off on long distance trips,” says Senior Constable Brent Cosgrove.?
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“We want to remind all drivers planning to head away for the long weekend to share the driving where possible, take regular breaks, and stay alert.”?
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Wintry conditions are also starting to have an impact on road conditions, and it’s even more important than usual to give yourself the necessary time and space to react.?
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“This means keeping a close eye on your speed and following distances, and being patient with other drivers on the road.”?
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Issued by Police Media Centre.?