The Road Back
14.05.21
A new road safety campaign,
launched by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and Gardaí,
is urging all drivers in Inishowen to be extra cautious
and alert to others on our roads. The appeal comes as
traffic volumes increase following the easing of
Covid-19 travel restrictions, allowing intercounty
travel.
‘The Road Back’ campaign is reminding road users that
the numbers of pedestrians and cyclists have increased
significantly over the last year. The need to always be
on the lookout for other road users is essential. With
people being encouraged to have an ‘outdoors summer’,
Gardaí are calling on road users to pay attention and
make the road a safer place for everyone. |
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Sam Waide, CEO of the RSA
said: "I know so many people are looking forward to
being able to travel further distances, see family and
friends, visit places they haven’t been for some time.
We want to make sure that each of these trips ends
safely. There is now a changed environment on our roads,
with more people out walking and cycling. It is more
important than ever that we share the roads and be
mindful of vulnerable road users and one another.
Drivers, please be alert to other road users, watch out
for motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Slow down
when passing pedestrians and cyclists. We know that it
might be the first time back on the roads for a lot of
people, so we encourage you to put safety first by
checking your tyres, oil and lights. Get your mind in
gear for driving again so that the road back is a safer
place for everyone.”
Gardaí and the RSA are also reminding car owners to make
sure their vehicle, which may not have been driven for
some time, is roadworthy by undertaking some basic
maintenance checks in advance of setting off. |
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