Jarlath Burns, President of the GAA, is urging members to join a protest next week advocating for the upgrade of the A5 road, which has been the site of numerous fatalities. The campaign, supported by Tyrone GAA, comes as legal…
In December, the South Aegean Islands witnessed a significant increase in traffic violations, with a total of 1,462 reported cases. Violations included driving without a license, speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, and not wearing helmets or seatbelts. The…
A 60-year-old British resident of Kissamos, Crete, was identified and penalized by local traffic authorities for dangerous driving maneuvers on the North Road during the Epiphany celebrations. The incident came to light after a video was shared on social media….
Wicklow County Council has announced closures of key routes in the Wicklow Mountains due to harsh winter weather, appealing to the public to avoid the area. Meanwhile, road temperatures in Donegal have dipped to -4C, leading to numerous school closures…
Wicklow County Council has advised residents to avoid the Wicklow Mountains due to dangerous weather conditions, including snow and ice. Roads, especially around Sally Gap, remain closed. School closures have been reported across several counties, including Longford, Donegal, Leitrim, and…
Met Éireann has issued multiple Status Orange alerts for low temperatures and ice affecting most of Ireland, forecasting dangerously cold conditions with temperatures dropping as low as -8C. Motorists are warned of hazardous driving due to freezing fog and icy…
Between November 29 and yesterday, more than 13,570 drivers were caught speeding in Ireland, with extreme cases including one motorist recorded at 213 km/h in a 100 km/h zone. The Christmas Road Safety Campaign also revealed that 17 fatalities occurred…
Greece’s new Road Traffic Code aims to improve driver compliance by imposing fair penalties corresponding to the severity of violations. The government has emphasized that fines will increase for habitual offenders, and that the regulations prioritize road safety and human…
Basilis Oikonomou, Greece’s Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, outlined changes to the new Road Traffic Code, including lower speed limits in urban areas and the introduction of 950 new buses by summer. He emphasized the importance of helmet use…
In 2024, traffic accidents in Epirus, Greece resulted in the deaths of 27 individuals, with an additional 133 suffering serious injuries. The rising number of road casualties highlights a significant public safety issue, as Greece records one of the highest…
In December 2024, traffic accidents in Central Macedonia were primarily attributed to excessive speed, drunk driving, and driver distraction. The General Regional Police Directorate reported a decrease in fatal accidents and overall casualties compared to December 2023. A total of…
Greece has introduced a new Traffic Code aimed at improving road safety by imposing stricter penalties for violations like driving under the influence of alcohol, speeding, and using mobile phones while driving. The new regulations include hefty fines, points on…
