“Local authorities have a significant role in improving the safety of roads near schools,” the Road Safety Authority (RSA) stated in a recently released article. The role assigned to local authorities is part of a Safe Systems Approach which gives a shared responsibility to key road safety authorities in local areas. The responsibilities given include: Reducing speed limits providing or …
AA Ireland is calling on motorists to exercise additional caution in the weeks and months ahead as commuter activity begins to return to peak levels. With the end of the summer holidays and all children now returning to school, many of us will see our travel patterns change. It’s important that you plan ahead for …
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána are issuing an urgent appeal to all road users to take greater care on the roads. Following a recent spate of deaths on Irish roads, Sam Waide, CEO, Road Safety Authority said: “Our thoughts are with the families of those who have been killed.” He continued: “These deaths should serve …
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A recent survey by Venson Automotive Solutions reveals that 60% of motorists in the UK are planning a staycation using their privately owned or company car.
A road death in Westmeath has highlighted the need for road safety measures on a Longford Road, Midlands radio reports. Rose Gibney, from Castlepollard, tragically lost her life two months ago in a single vehicle collision at Lisryan, Castlenugent. Her passing has led to the local authorities looking into a re-enforcement of road safety measures in the area, …
The number of people killed on Ireland’s roads has significantly decreased when compared to the same period last year.
Met Éireann announced in their long-range forecast that the country is set for two weeks of settled, largely dry weather from 20th of August.
Football fans have been urged to drive safely while travelling to and from Croke Park this Saturday by road safety officials.
The Department of Transport has announced a further extension to certificates for motorcycle Initial Basic Training (IBT), in order to take account of the impact of the pandemic. Learner motorcyclists must complete IBT before they can legally ride solo on public roads, and their IBT certs must be in-date for them to continue riding and …