POLICE will be carrying out roadside checks in Redditch next week as part of a campaign over the festive season to push home the perils of drink driving.

The campaign was launched at West Mercia Police HQ yesterday when a hearse, ambulance, police car, bus and taxi were lined up, posing the question 'Who's taking you home tonight?'

The checks aim to target the "irresponsible minority who ignore the force's anti-drink drive message and cut death and injury on the roads.

They will be combined with high-profile policing to encourage good driver behaviour and deter those who may be tempted to have a drink before sitting behind the wheel.

Road Safety Officer Sgt Roberts said unmarked police cars would also be used and patrols would pay particular attention to vehicles leaving licensed premises.