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New drink-driving laws in effect ahead of Bank Holiday

A new provision that will see drink-drivers facing an automatic disqualification came into force at midnight.
Ireland • 26 Oct 18

Drink-drive legislation passes after heated Dáil row

The Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill has passed in the Dáil with 75 TDs voting in favour and eight TDs voting against, with Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae accused of filibustering as he spoke for an hour and 15 minutes on the bill.
Politics • 06 Jul 18

Proposal on alcohol limits for train and tram drivers

The Cabinet is to consider new proposals to lower the legal alcohol limits for train and tram drivers.
Politics • 22 May 18

Govt loses amendment motion in Dáil

The Government has narrowly lost a vote in the Dáil on an amendment to a private member's motion from the Rural Independent Group on the Fair Deal Nursing Home Scheme.
Politics • 01 Jun 17

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