There is a busy weekend nationwide this coming Bank Holiday with a large number of events taking place, especially in Dublin.
An Garda Síochána want everyone intending to travel to the capital to have a safe and enjoyable time, below are some important pointers in order to ensure this happens:
GENERAL
We would request that where possible, public transport is utilised .
For those travelling to Dublin from outside the city limits, the best option is to use park and ride facilities if possible, such as the DART or the LUAS.
If not utilising Park and Ride, the use of orbital routes such as the M50 and the canals are advised.
This June Bank Holiday period An Garda Síochána is appealing to all road users to take extra care when using the roads. There will be an increase in traffic as many will be travelling to different parts of the country. The school holidays will also be commencing for secondary school children, so we appeal to all motorists/ motorcyclists to slow down, always wear their seatbelts, wear the appropriate safety clothing at all times, be well rested and never ever drink and drive.
In particular, people need to be conscious of the new lower drink driving limits, especially those that are specified drivers, when they are at BBQ’s, festivals, sporting events and concerts etc. The EURO Championships will also be starting very soon and there will be many people watching the coverage in various locations around the country. We appeal to all motorists to make the right choice. If you intend to drink alcohol, leave your vehicle at home. Remember this also the following morning, and ensure you are alcohol free to drive. We also appeal to pedestrians to make sure they can to be seen, and keep safe when out socialising.
BLOOM
There is a traffic management plan in place for this event.
Public transport is the best method of getting to the gardens
There is a free shuttle bus to and from Heuston station
Traffic restrictions in place all weekend long.
BAVARIA CITY RACING
Use public transport in order to attend the event
Note that traffic will be restricted on the north and south quays
We would urge members of the public to co-operate with Gardai and stewards
We would remind patrons attending the event that the motor racing is on a closed road, and that when travelling to and from the event, you will be travelling on roads with other users – drivers, passengers, cyclists and pedestrians will all be sharing roads with you. Please be cognisant of everyone’s safety, including your own.
There will be a high level of Garda traffic enforcement.
LEINSTER GAA QUARTER FINALS
Please leave adequate time to get to the games
There are traffic restrictions in place in the city centre
Those travelling from outside of Dublin please use M50 orbital routes to get into the city
If possible use park and ride facilities on the city outskirts
FORBIDDEN FRUIT
This is taking place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, with a large amount of public transport available to get you to the venue.
FLORA WOMEN’S MINI MARATHON
The south side of the city will be affected
There will be local closures
OLYMPIC TORCH RUN
Contact by individuals with the torch/torch bearers will not be permitted. Spectators will be facilitated on the footpath as the torch passes. Spectators are asked to respect the torch bearers and Olympic flame and to follow instructions of Gardai and stewards. Compliance with these instructions will ensure the safety and enjoyment.
This is taking place on Wednesday morning the 6th June.
It is not expected to impact on traffic
Local restrictions will be in place as follows:
Howth – 8 to 8.30am
City Centre – 9.40am-12.30pm
Those doing State examinations in Howth should allow extra time to get to their venue, but note that the event on Harbour Road will be concluded by 8.30am. It is not expected that the city centre event will have an impact.
Gardaí have communicated any issues to schools affected.
NOTE TO EDITORS:
Illustrative maps and further information on these and other events is available at
www.garda.ie, as well as the websites for any of the events mentioned above.
Garda Press Office
