News - Drivers
Over 500 local drivers slapped with penalty points for mobile-phone offence
More than 3,000 drivers got points for speeding, according to figures from the Department of Transport.
Feb 26, 2026 13:27
Local TD urging state to be considerate with unqualified elderly drivers
From November, new rules will require unqualified drivers seeking a third or subsequent permit to do the entire learning process again - if a test has not been taken within the previous two years.
Feb 8, 2026 08:53
Orange wind warning for Leitrim downgraded as Storm Amy moves away
A man in his 40's died following what's thought to be a weather related incident in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal yesterday afternoon.
Oct 4, 2025 08:28
Local drivers paid almost €30 million in motor tax last year
Drivers paid just under €7 million in Leitrim, €8.2 million in Longford, and €14.6 million in Roscommon.
Mar 24, 2025 07:21
Claims relating to uninsured drivers rise by 13% in Roscommon
They were down by 13 per cent in Longford and dropped by 55 per cent in Leitrim.
Apr 29, 2024 08:13
Dublin Bus calls for more women drivers at open day today
Dublin Bus is holding an open day at its Training Centre in Phibsboro today to hire more women as drivers.
Mar 2, 2024 08:23
Some drivers still on the road with provisional license for 30 years
Up to 30 thousand are on their third or subsequent learners' permit and have never sat a driving test.
Oct 2, 2023 10:39
Study shows taxi industry declining in Ireland
A recent NTA study found that there are 19 thousand 500 licensed taxis in Ireland, down from almost 22 thousand a decade ago.
Sep 12, 2023 08:22
Drivers likely to face a second toll increase in six months
The increase in tolls has caused widespread dissatisfaction
Jun 29, 2023 09:43
Over 7,000 Roscommon drivers hold penalty points on license
Nationally, Offaly had the highest percentage of points issued last year at 19.2%.
May 29, 2023 13:31Shannonside Newsletter
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