Clare motorists are among the most likely in the country to be tested for drugs while driving.
A goal of 50,000 drug-driving tests a year was set when roadside testing was introduced 18 months ago, but only around 2,000 tests have been carried out since April 2017.
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Disparities have also emerged between Garda divisions, with Kildare carrying 268 drug-driving tests, the highest number across the 28 garda divisions.
Clare followed with 177 tests, while in Louth, just 3 tests took place.
Conor Faughnan from AA Ireland believes the differences in test roadside rates show a need for more resources for Gardaí:
