Can't recall ever reading of such an operation specifically targeting drug-driving, at least outside Merseyside?
(By the way, just assuming it's a PHD who tested positive, and I'm not sure if that's his vehicle in the photo.)
Blackburn taxi driver tests positive for cocaine and cannabis - while working
https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/n ... --working/
A TAXI driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving following a targeted operation between the police and council.
On Saturday, police in Blackburn, along with taxi licensing officers from Blackburn with Darwen Council carried out a drug-drive stop.
Approximately 20 taxis were stopped with one driver testing positive for cocaine and cannabis - while working.
A spokesperson for the police said: "Response officers have tonight carried out a multi-agency operation with Blackburn Council taxi licensing officers.
"Around 20 taxis were stopped, four drug searches were carried out and sadly a taxi driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving after failing a roadside drug test for cocaine and cannabis whilst working.
"A really positive result for keeping your roads and community safe."
Image: Lancashire Telegraph