ESB Presents Hi-Viz Vests At North Tipperary Schools

RSA research shows that one in 10 children are still not being restrained when travelling in the back seat RSA & ESB Networks to distribute high visibility packs to every child starting school this year Back to school road safety packs available for all primary schools The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána […]

RSA Pragmatic Approach To Delivery Of Ainimal Fodder Welcomed – IFA

Following representations made by IFA, the Road Safety Authority has agreed to “adopt a pragmatic approach when reviewing drivers’ hours compliance with driving and resting time periods” in respect of delivery and collection of animal fodder.   IFA Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney said, “The measures have been working well for the last week and are […]

Reversal Of Tractor Regulations Welcome – Mattie McGrath

Independent TD Mattie McGrath has strongly welcomed the decision by the Minister for Transport, Shane Ross, to revoke the implementation of new regulations that would have seriously restricted the ability of farmers to use tractors with a maximum design speed of up to and including 40km/hr. Deputy McGrath was speaking after Minister Ross personally confirmed […]

Road Safety Authority joins forces with Ireland’s Largest Motorcycle Show to help cut roads deaths

RSA encourages people to ‘bike safely’ at the Carole Nash Irish Motorbike and Scooter Show (Feb 27 – March 1) Organisation to offer advice and training to all motorists at RDS event The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has joined forces with the organisers of the Carole Nash Irish Motorbike and Scooter Show to call on […]

Free Coffee for Motorists Hitting the Road for August Bank Holiday

The Road Safety Authority and Topaz are encouraging all drivers undertaking long journeys over the upcoming Bank Holiday weekend to be fully aware of the dangers of driver fatigue. As part of the ‘Driver Reviver’ campaign – which is run in conjunction with the RSA – Topaz provides free coffee to drivers on Bank Holiday […]

RSA & IFA Issue Joint Road Safety Appeal

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) have urged road users to take extra care as the number of tractors, trailers and other farm machinery using the roads increases over the summer months.   The appeal comes as many farmers around the country are beginning the silage cutting season.   Advising road users, Mr. […]