UK Driving Licences in Ireland
The Road Safety Authority says drivers in Ireland with UK licences will need to swap their permits. If you live in Ireland and have a UK driving licence, your licence will not be recognised here if there is a no-deal Brexit. You should apply to convert your UK licence...
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Roundabout Rules in Ireland
Many roundabouts have different road layouts, but let's have a look at the roundabout rules in Ireland. It is not possible to cover all possible layouts, however, the general rules given are a basic guide for approaching any roundabout. If a roundabout is controlled...
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Here are the new rules for learner drivers in Ireland. It's important to book your driving test asap and avoid punishment. Drivers holding a full Irish license who allow learner drivers to use their car unaccompanied could end up behind bars under new legislation...
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Driving At Night
Today is the shortest day of the year, which means we will have the least amount of natural daylight, which poses a challenge for drivers who are leaving for work and coming home from work in darkness. Every morning in Dublin, there are several near misses on our...
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Autumn Road Hazards
Driving conditions and road hazards The change in season means a change in driving conditions and road hazards. We Irish were lucky this year to have a dry and bright summer, but the temperatures are dropping and drivers should prepare for the driving conditions and...
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Drink-Driving Rule
A new drink-driving rule in Ireland is now on. New rules on drink-driving took effect last night in Ireland. From now on, it will automatically disqualify any motorists who are found to have consumed alcohol. The commencement of the provisions of the Road Traffic...
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Driving in Ireland
Driving in Ireland: useful links for licence and policies. Driving in Ireland can be challenging if you are not aware of all the policies and rules. A New Driver would like to share these useful links that every person considering driving in Ireland should read and...
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Safe Driving in School Zones
It is important to understand the good practices of driving in school zones and special limits zone. As the final preparations for a new school term begin, in homes and schools around the country, the RSA Road Safety Authority is calling on drivers, parents, guardians...
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Clean Windscreen and Safe Driving
Having a clean windscreen is very important for safe driving. Trying to see ahead is difficult when you have a combination of sunlight and a screen covered in dirt: smeared bug guts and general greasy road grime can decrease your visibility resulting in unsafe...
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