News - Road Safety Authority
Local learner drivers waiting up to 26 weeks to take test
Despite efforts by the Road Safety Authority to reduce the delay in getting a test, no-shows have increased on an average monthly basis.
Nov 11, 2024 14:18RSA urges political parties to recognise road safety while campaigning
It's warning road safety needs to be recognised during the election campaign.
Nov 9, 2024 08:20Almost 120 drivers seriously injured on region's roads in last five years
According to the Road Safety Authority, there were 47 in both Roscommon and Longford, and 24 in Leitrim.
Oct 11, 2024 08:29Bank Holiday campaign sees crackdown on local motorists
One car on the N4 at Drishoge in Carrick-on-Shannon was found to be travelling at 107 kilometres an hour in a 60km zone.
Aug 6, 2024 13:32Almost 250 local drivers caught holding a mobile phone while driving
There has been an increase over the past two years.
Jul 1, 2024 13:50Driving test is set to be overhauled
It's likely the new driving test will reflect the rise in e-scooters and how motorway driving is a bigger factor across the country.
Nov 13, 2023 10:2913 people killed in road traffic collisions in Shannonside region so far in 2023
According to the latest data from the Road Safety Authority, Westmeath is the worst affected county locally, with 6 killed this year.
Aug 2, 2023 14:08RSA "Check it Fits" service taking place in Longford today
The free service will see children's car seats checked by RSA experts to ensure they are properly and safely fitted.
Apr 12, 2023 11:20Driving test pass rate across Shannonside region above national average
Carrick-On-Shannon had the highest pass rate last year at 60.8%.
Jan 23, 2023 13:21Motorists urged to take care due to hazardous road conditions
Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien is advising people to take care.
Dec 12, 2022 07:25Shannonside Newsletter
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