And they fear zealous prosecutors could start monitoring pregnant women for more mundane examples of unsafe conduct: drinking alcohol, driving fast, or even standing on a ladder.

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Neither is drinking lots of alcohol, driving fast or eating junk food.

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He urged drivers to "slow down, expect the unexpected, do not drive after drinking or taking drugs, always wear a seatbelt and give driving your full attention".

BBC: Northern Ireland

Sensors will soon be used to detect whether you have been drinking too much to drive and advise you or actually prevent you from driving.

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Anyone buying alcohol in Newquay must show a passport or driving licence to prove their age in a clampdown on under-age drinking in the resort.

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