Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 March 2023
88. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Minister for Transport the current status of the updated speed guidance document for local authorities; when it will be issued to local authorities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14183/23]
View answerAs part of Action 6 of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy, a review is underway to examine and review the framework for setting of speed limits including specific consideration of the introduction of a 30km/h default speed limit in urban areas. This review is nearing completion and as part of the work of the group a detailed assessment was carried out on the existing framework of speed limits including the current guidance document for the ‘Setting and Managing of Speed Limits in Ireland’.
Given its importance, work has already commenced on updating the Guidelines for Setting and Managing of Speed Limits in Ireland. This is to be overseen by a Department led working group that builds upon the work and findings of the Action 6 review. Although it is intended to issue an update in 2023, it may be necessary to do so on a phased basis as the task is expected to be complex.
