Longford is among the areas that have seen the biggest increases in serious driving offences since 2023.
Figures in today's Irish Independent broke down the number of convictions for driving without insurance, dangerous and careless driving, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Longford saw a 14.9% increase in convictions, at 216 recorded in 2024.
Roscommon saw a minor increase of 0.9%, with just one additional case recorded in 2024 compared to the previous year.
While the Carrick-on-Shannon area in Co. Leitrim saw one of the country's highest percentage decreases in convictions, down 13.2% since 2023.
174 people were killed on Irish roads last year, and the RSA is continuing to urge motorists to drive with care.
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