Inspector Mark Britton of the Roads Policing Unit and Mark Pattison of the Vehicle Testing Centre release details of their recent joint campaign to reduce Road Traffic Casualties by targeting vehicles that have lighting defects. The initiative which ran from November 8th to 13th visited every Neighbourhood Policing Team and highlighted the issues of vehicles driving without lights. During the week long campaign 230 vehicles were stopped 50 with defects which were mainly for one light not working and there was one arrest drink driving. Inspector Britton said “This is about safety on our roads as much as it is about condition of vehicles. The Constabulary will continue, in partnership with the DOI, will continue to enforce this area of the law. Checking your vehicle on takes a few moments and replacing a light bulb is not expensive or difficult. Most places that sell such bulbs will also fit them for you if you ask. Don’t be left in the dark.” Mark Pattison said: “Roadside checks prove effective in getting rid of one eyed monsters as well as identifying other vehicle defects such as worn tyres. We are arranging with the Police to conduct some more checks during December. Whilst there is no MOT in the Isle of Man, it is the responsibility of drivers to ensure their vehicles are maintained to a good road worthy standard to help keep themselves and others safe. These matters are important all year round but become particularly vital in the more severe winter driving conditions. One eyed monsters seriously reduce the visibility of your vehicle on the road as well as impairing your own forward vision.” ENDS