Spirituality the solution to drink driving

Zero alcohol level helpful, but won't address root problem.

New Zealand Christian Network, vision network, welcomes the Government's intention to impose a zero alcohol level for drivers under 20.

But it points out that while the move will help to reduce the road toll for young people, it will not address the root cause.

National Director Glyn Carpenter says the missing element in the debate over alcohol has been the spiritual vacuum that underlies much of New Zealand's drinking culture, particularly among young people.

“ We believe that this neglect of a focus on spiritual life is a key factor driving misuse of alcohol,” commented Glyn Carpenter.

“While a number of the suggested control measures may be useful, changing the law will have limited success in achieving the desired outcomes unless the spiritual vacuum is addressed.”