Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae criticises hidden speed vans for unfairly demonising motorists.

Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has criticized current speed detection methods, claiming they unfairly demonize motorists. His comments follow a Road Safety Authority (RSA) review suggesting increased driving license fees and harsher penalties for dangerous driving, along with transferring some RSA functions. Healy-Rae specifically objects to hidden speed vans that target drivers slightly over the limit, arguing these tactics discourage responsible driving rather than promote it.

October 22, 2024
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