The Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, has said the Government hoped to introduce measures to breath test drivers at random.
Mr Ahern told the Dáil that the Minister for Transport, Martin Cullen, and Minister for Justice, Michael McDowell, had met to discuss legal difficulties surrounding the introduction of the measure.
Mr Ahern added that he hoped that random breath testing could be included in upcoming road safety legislation.
However, Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny claimed the Government's hallmark was broken promises, as it had failed to roll-out speed cameras, or penalty points for more offences.
Mr Kenny said that road deaths are now at 'terrifyingly high levels'. He urged the Taoiseach to take a lead on this issue, as he claimed his ministers did not seem prepared to do so.
NSC launches tv campaign
In a separate development, the National Safety Council has launched a pre-Christmas television campaign against drink driving.
The 'Just One' campaign highlights the effects on driving of even one alcoholic drink. Experts say just one drink can hamper reaction times, vigilance and perception.
The Garda Commissioner, Noel Conroy, said there will be increased enforcement of drink driving laws this Christmas.
He also appealed to members of the public to contact gardaí when they see people getting into their cars after drinking alcohol.
