Minister Directs Review of Urban Speed Limits
Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has directed local authorities to review existing speed limits on roads in built-up and urban areas.
The goal is to implement lower speed limits, including 30 km/h speed limits in cities and towns, with the objective of having these limits operational by 31st March 2027.
This initiative aligns with Action 5 of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy Phase 2 Action Plan for 2025 to 2027, aiming to reduce deaths and serious injuries on roads by 50% by 2030.
The direction by the Minister supports the overall objective of the Road Safety Strategy.
- Review of existing speed limits in urban areas
- Implementation of 30 km/h speed limits in cities and towns
- Objective to have new limits operational by 31st March 2027
Author's summary: Minister directs review of urban speed limits to enhance road safety.