Drivers urged to stop every two hours while travelling as fatigue crashes heighten on UK roads

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Drivers have been warned not to wait until they feel tired before taking a break as millions prepare to travel during the summer holidays.

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National Highways has warned fatigue can affect motorists on UK roads, unknowingly increasing the risk of serious crashes.

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The organisation has now begun encouraging drivers to make sure they are well rested before setting off and to plan a break of at least 15 minutes every two hours.

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The warning comes as new research suggests more people will be driving overnight or in the early hours of the morning this summer to avoid busy roads.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The survey found that 60 per cent of drivers in England expect to make longer journeys between 7pm and 7am during the holidays.

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