News · 14 May 2026
Laughing gas test could save police hours at roadside
Drivers using nitrous oxide could face quicker roadside checks if new testing equipment is approved. Police in Britain are trying a breathalyser that can detect laughing gas use, with officers hoping it will help identify impaired motorists more easily. Nitrous oxide is an illegal Class C drug for recreational use, and officers involved in the trial indicated that current checks for its use are challenging without specific detection equipment.
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