The RSA and the Gardai have urged motorists to take care on roads over Easter, slow down and try to plan for traffic jams as there will be a higher volume of cars on this road at this time of year.
Motorists are urged to slow down, wear seatbelts, and not to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs and not to drive when fatigued. They are also being reminded to watch out for vulnerable road users including cyclists, pedestrians, horse riders and motorcyclists, particularly on rural roads where most fatal collisions take place.
There is also a warning for pedestrians to always walk on the footpath and if there is none then walk on the right hand side of the road where they can face oncoming traffic.
