'There should be no exceptional circumstances' - Legal loophole allowing drivers avoid penalty points

A legal loophole in the Road Traffic Act means some drivers have been able to avoid penalty points if they just get a disqualification from driving for one day. Some drivers have even been allowed to pick the day themselves. So for example could chose a Sunday – when they’re not working and don’t need to car. The Taoiseach has said he’s going to close all these loopholes. Do we take road safety seriously enough in this country? Andrea was joined by Evan O’Dwyer is a Solicitor specialising in road traffic law, Susan Grey, Founder of the Road Safety Group PARC and more to discuss...

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12.50 21 Nov 2023

'There should be no exceptional circumstances' - Legal loophole allowing drivers avoid penalty points

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12.50 21 Nov 2023

A legal loophole in the Road Traffic Act means some drivers have been able to avoid penalty points if they just get a disqualification from driving for one day.

Some drivers have even been allowed to pick the day themselves. So for example could chose a Sunday – when they’re not working and don’t need to car.

The Taoiseach has said he’s going to close all these loopholes. Do we take road safety seriously enough in this country?

Andrea was joined by Evan O’Dwyer is a Solicitor specialising in road traffic law, Susan Grey, Founder of the Road Safety Group PARC and more to discuss...