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# drivers - Wednesday 10 June, 2020
Drivers urged to slow down as more cyclists and pedestrians are on the roads
Roads around Ireland are getting busier as Covid-19 restrictions start to ease.
# drivers - Tuesday 14 April, 2020
Concerns remain about safety of Bus Eireann drivers as they demand screens on all buses
The company said it is rolling out face visors to drivers this week as an interim measure.
# drivers - Wednesday 18 March, 2020
Relaxation of HGV driving and resting time rules to allow flow of essential goods during crisis
Drivers will now be entitled to drive a maximum 56 hours in each consecutive week until further notice.
# drivers - Thursday 2 January, 2020
Drivers who don't pay fines shouldn't be able to renew motor tax, says Courts Service
The Courts Service has called for the further reform of the court fines system.
# drivers - Monday 25 November, 2019
'I am not privy to the plot': Shane Ross doesn't anticipate 'going to war' over new speeding laws
Under the new system, drivers who speed excessively will be hit with heavier penalties.
# drivers - Thursday 21 November, 2019
Gardaí confirm they have launched 'comprehensive' probe into ghost insurance brokers
Customers are urged to check that their broker is registered before taking out insurance.
# drivers - Friday 11 October, 2019
Extinction Rebellion protesters arrested and released after chaining themselves to gates of Leinster House
Dozens of gardaí formed a human chain around protestors as their locks were cut off the gate looking onto Merrion Square.
'They're taking 2c off us that they don't need': Drivers paying levy on petrol that is no longer needed, committee hears
The levy has been paid on petrol, oil and diesel since 1996.
# drivers - Friday 5 April, 2019
Recruitment under way for new drivers as routes switch to Go-Ahead buses
Successful applicants will receive training and their pay package will be €32,000 per year.
# drivers - Thursday 21 March, 2019
RSA tells those living in Ireland with a UK drivers licence: 'Better to be safe than sorry, swap your licence now'
In the event of a no-deal Brexit the driving licence of a UK licence holder living in Ireland will no longer be recognised.
# drivers - Wednesday 6 March, 2019
Department asks Europe to set a date for when motorists travelling to Northern Ireland will not need green cards
The government is working on a bilateral arrangement between the EU and the UK, but that has yet to be agreed.
# drivers - Wednesday 27 February, 2019
One million Green Card forms sent to motor insurance providers in case there's a no-deal Brexit
Drivers who think they may need a card have been advised to apply one month in advance.
# drivers - Sunday 13 January, 2019
Drivers who put cyclists at risk to be targeted, but it won't be mandatory to wear high-vis while on your bike
Government plans to build on existing rules that govern cycling and driving rules.
# drivers - Friday 21 December, 2018
From midnight, it's illegal for car owners to let unaccompanied learners drive their vehicle
“Unaccompanied learner driving is illegal and it is dangerous,” Minister Shane Ross said today.
# drivers - Tuesday 11 December, 2018
Details revealed of how drivers face higher fines and penalty points the more they break the speed limit
A graduated penalty system for speeding will be introduced where the speed limit is exceeded by 30kph.
# drivers - Monday 1 October, 2018
Traffic lights that take longer to change could reduce older pedestrian road deaths
An RSA lecture today heard pedestrian risk increases with age.
# drivers - Friday 14 September, 2018
The Green Party want more 'kiss and ride' zones around the country (but it's not what you think)
‘Kiss and ride’ zones are designed to allow drivers to stop and drop off or pick up people for a maximum of a few minutes.
# drivers - Tuesday 14 August, 2018
Poll: Do you think drivers who park on cycle lanes should get penalty points?
Is it time to get tough on motorists who block cycle lanes?
# drivers - Monday 4 June, 2018
Drunk driver caught doing more than 100 mph, driving (repeatedly) wrong way around roundabout
Some drivers have been acting the eejit and then some over the bank holiday.
# drivers - Monday 2 April, 2018
Justice minister says he plans to abolish court poor box payments
Charlie Flanagan says it is no longer fit for purpose.
# drivers - Saturday 31 March, 2018
All new cars in Ireland to be equipped to dial emergency services if you crash
eCall is a new life-saving technology which will be fitted to all new cars from today.
# drivers - Wednesday 28 February, 2018
Drivers will soon have to observe a minimum passing distance when overtaking cyclists
The new law will require drivers to allow one metre when passing cyclists on roads with a speed limit under 50 km/h.
Gardaí warn of increase in minor collisions as they advise people to stay home if possible
The force’s senior officer for roads policing said elderly pedestrians are at particular risk during this severe weather.
# drivers - Tuesday 13 February, 2018
Car owners who allow unaccompanied learner drivers to use their vehicle to face prosecution
Allowing someone who does not have a licence drive your car will also be an offence.
# drivers - Wednesday 31 January, 2018
Drivers warned of 'sudden hailstone showers' ahead of severe weather forecast
Met Eireann have issued several wind and snow-ice warnings for this afternoon.
# drivers - Thursday 4 January, 2018
Gardaí warn that taxi hailing apps are being used to lure drivers to robberies
A driver was robbed at gunpoint on New Year’s Eve.
# drivers - Thursday 28 December, 2017
County breakdown of 582,738 penalty points on driving licences
The majority of drivers had three penalty points (400,502), while 59,404 had six points and 42,700 had two.
# drivers - Sunday 24 December, 2017
From being overcharged to the car 'smelling like a zoo': Why people complain about taxis
The National Transport Authority receives around 1,000 complaints about taxis every year.
# drivers - Thursday 30 November, 2017
Gardaí tell people to 'gift a lift' this Christmas as drink driving arrests increase
Road deaths are down this year, but gardaí said they will not be complacent in the run up to Christmas.
# drivers - Wednesday 22 November, 2017
Heading home on the M4? Long delays anticipated due to flooding
Drivers are being told to delay their journey, use public transport or take alternative routes this evening.
# drivers - Tuesday 21 November, 2017
New 'improved' rosters for Bus Éireann drivers in Navan from Sunday - NBRU
Discussions have been taking place between management and unions over pay, rosters, and drivers’ productivity.
# drivers - Monday 13 November, 2017
Bus Éireann staff say problems with northeast services 'have nothing to do with absenteeism'
They’re to do with a lack of buses and too many impractical services, say drivers. And they’re not one bit impressed with the situation.
# drivers - Friday 15 September, 2017
'Follow him home and burn him out': Records reveal abuse and assaults suffered by traffic wardens
Over a seven-month period there were 20 incidents in Navan, including a number of threats and physical assaults.
# drivers - Tuesday 8 August, 2017
Over 14,000 drivers caught on their phones in 2017 - and some were posing for selfies
“The mobile phone is a big risk these days and people just aren’t heeding the message and ending up in a dreadful situation.”
# drivers - Tuesday 18 July, 2017
Video: Luas releases footage of near misses with cyclists
The Luas operator said, “The trams are very much a part of Dublin’s transport infrastructure and this type of cyclist behaviour is irresponsible.”
# drivers - Tuesday 11 July, 2017
New agreement ensures disqualified Irish licence-holders will also be banned in the UK
It’s understood clarity was needed in light of Brexit.
# drivers - Friday 26 May, 2017
Gardaí catch driver travelling 51km/h over the limit in crackdown on speeding
Gardaí said the speed of 34,000 vehicles were checked this morning all across the country.
# drivers - Monday 22 May, 2017
Dublin Bus ordered to compensate driver over 'systematic' rostering breach
A Labour Court ruling has highlighted the company’s failure to tell drivers of their specific start and finish times at least 24 hours in advance.
# drivers - Sunday 2 April, 2017
Here's What Happened Today: Sunday
Garda criticism, migrants at Rosslare port and Dublin drivers ranked the worst in the country…
Dublin drivers ranked as the worst in Ireland
Drivers in Sligo and Leitrim are viewed as the best behaved, according to a new survey.
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Poll: Are you looking forward to going to the cinema again?
SOME OF IRELAND’S major cinema chains are reopening over the next few weeks from tomorrow.
Ireland’s biggest cinema chain Omniplex Cinemas is opening seven of its theatres from tomorrow, with more screens next week and then the final batch the following week.
Odeon Cinemas are reopening from 13 July with the IFI and Lighthouse Cinemas in Dublin planning for a 20 July reopening.
When cinemas do reopen, pre-booking will be essential and there’ll be reduced seating capacity. Movie-wise, you’ll likely have a chance to see some old favourites while cinemas wait for the new releases to come on stream. But are you looking forward to going?
Poll: Are you looking forward to going to the cinema again?
Poll Results:
I'm not bothered (3665)
I think I'll hold off a while (3420)
I am (1347)
I can't wait (1304)
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