St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Ireland lead to heightened road traffic, prompting an extensive Garda Roads Policing Operation to ensure safety. With 33 road fatalities reported in just the first 10 weeks of the year, Gardaí are targeting key offences—intoxicated driving, speeding, mobile phone use, and seatbelt violations. The public is urged to avoid driving after drinking, and to plan safe transport options, while Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien emphasizes the government's commitment to achieving Vision Zero by 2050, aiming to drastically reduce road fatalities and injuries.
In the first 10 weeks of this year, 33 people have been killed on Irish roads, emphasizing the urgent need for increased road safety during festive occasions.
Minister for Transport, Darragh O'Brien, stated that road safety is a government priority, aiming to reduce fatalities and serious injuries across Ireland.
Gardaí and the RSA urged those celebrating to avoid driving under the influence and to plan their safe transport options beforehand for the St Patrick's Day weekend.
The extensive Garda Roads Policing Operation will target intoxicated driving, speeding, mobile phone use, and seatbelt violations to enhance safety during the busy holiday.
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