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Should we ban horse drawn carriages in our cities?

“A recent incident on O’Connell Street, where a carriage horse broke free and collided with a bus...

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15.35 8 May 2026


Should we ban horse drawn carriages in our cities?


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15.35 8 May 2026


“A recent incident on O’Connell Street, where a carriage horse broke free and collided with a bus, is a stark reminder that Dublin’s streets are no place for horse-drawn carriages in 2026”.

These are the words of Claire Owens, Political Affairs Officer with the NSPCA.

She joins Ciara to discuss.


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