The number of people killed on Ireland\u2019s roads in 2024 fell by 4% compared to the previous year, according to the latest data.<\/p>\n
A total of 174 people died in 160 fatal collisions last year compared to 181 deaths in 170 collisions in 2023.<\/p>\n
The figures were published by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) this month following analysis from provisional fatal collision reports from An Garda S\u00edoch\u00e1na.<\/p>\n
They reveal a high proportion of male fatalities, a continuation of 2023\u2019s increased level of young fatalities (aged 25 years or less) and a high number of fatalities in the evening between 4pm and 8pm.<\/p>\n
Dublin (23), Cork (19), Mayo (19) and Donegal (17) were the counties that recorded the highest number of deaths, accounting for 45% of the total fatalities.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery single one of these deaths on our roads is a tragedy,\u201d said Minister of State with special responsibility for Road Safety, James Lawless.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe extend deepest sympathies to the friends, families and communities affected by these losses. I would also like to pay tribute to the emergency services, first responders, hospital workers and others who do such incredible work helping people on scene and in the aftermath of these events.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe work of my Department is focused on making our roads safer for everyone who uses them. In February 2025 the default speed limit on rural local roads will be reduced, following the recommendation of the 2023 Speed Limit Review. This will tackle one of the biggest contributory factors to road collisions – speed. This year we will also be moving into Phase 2 of the Government\u2019s Road Safety Strategy, and it is incumbent on all of us to play our part in achieving our goal of halving deaths and serious injuries by 2030.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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