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What safety oversights can Heavy Goods Vehicles have?

After the death of cyclist Johnny Santos on Dublin’s Abbey Street, Dublin City Council has back...

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15.50 14 Apr 2026


What safety oversights can Heavy Goods Vehicles have?


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After the death of cyclist Johnny Santos on Dublin’s Abbey Street, Dublin City Council has backed an emergency motion to impose better safety standards on Heavy Goods Vehicles or HGVs.

This motion would require all vehicles to adhere to a scoring system for safety. Joining Shane to discuss is the proposer of the emergency motion, Green Party Councillor Ray Cunningham.


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