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03/09/2010
Traffic Commissioner Urges Safety On Roads
The approaching end of the summer weather has prompted the Gardaí's Assistant Commissioner for Traffic to call on drivers to consider their own safety and the safety of others.
Speaking ahead of a busy weekend on the roads, Commissioner John Twomey, said that the changes from summer to autumn would bring changes to the patterns of road usage that drivers should bear in mind.
An Gada Síochána said it was appealing to all road users to consider their own safety and the safety of others before they set out on any journey over the coming weeks.
Speaking this morning, Commissioner Twomey said: “As the light changes and the evenings draw in, it’s a good time to take stock of our practices on the roads, as motorists, motorcyclists and cyclists, in order to improve safety and protect the lives of other road users.
"Pedestrians, passengers and users of public transport should also consider their own safety when out and about. Don’t take a risk where safety is concerned.”
The Commissioner said the roads would be busier in the coming weeks due to the schools reopening and a number of large-scale events around the country. The back to school would also mean an increased number of journeys for many families either by car, bus, train or on foot.
This weekend will be busy on Ireland's roads, as many people travel to the Electric Picnic music and arts festival in Stradbally, Co. Laois.
Meanwhile, the All-Ireland finals take place in Croke Park, over the next few weeks, with people travelling from all parts of the country to enjoy the matches.
In a few weeks time, the National Ploughing Championships will take place in Athy, Co. Kildare, with many thousands of people taking to the roads to visit this popular event.
Assistant Commissioner Twomey said: “I appeal to all motorists to slow down this autumn, put safety first and take care on our roads. If we play our part, events like the Electric Picnic, the All Ireland Finals and the Ploughing Championships will be enjoyable for everyone.”
(DW/GK)
Speaking ahead of a busy weekend on the roads, Commissioner John Twomey, said that the changes from summer to autumn would bring changes to the patterns of road usage that drivers should bear in mind.
An Gada Síochána said it was appealing to all road users to consider their own safety and the safety of others before they set out on any journey over the coming weeks.
Speaking this morning, Commissioner Twomey said: “As the light changes and the evenings draw in, it’s a good time to take stock of our practices on the roads, as motorists, motorcyclists and cyclists, in order to improve safety and protect the lives of other road users.
"Pedestrians, passengers and users of public transport should also consider their own safety when out and about. Don’t take a risk where safety is concerned.”
The Commissioner said the roads would be busier in the coming weeks due to the schools reopening and a number of large-scale events around the country. The back to school would also mean an increased number of journeys for many families either by car, bus, train or on foot.
This weekend will be busy on Ireland's roads, as many people travel to the Electric Picnic music and arts festival in Stradbally, Co. Laois.
Meanwhile, the All-Ireland finals take place in Croke Park, over the next few weeks, with people travelling from all parts of the country to enjoy the matches.
In a few weeks time, the National Ploughing Championships will take place in Athy, Co. Kildare, with many thousands of people taking to the roads to visit this popular event.
Assistant Commissioner Twomey said: “I appeal to all motorists to slow down this autumn, put safety first and take care on our roads. If we play our part, events like the Electric Picnic, the All Ireland Finals and the Ploughing Championships will be enjoyable for everyone.”
(DW/GK)
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