Gardaí warn motorists in Kilkenny and Carlow “We will not hold back” if rules of the road are not adhered to

Three people lost their lives on Irish roads during the May Bank Holiday weekend last year and as we head for another Gardaí are again out in force in a bid to keep people safe.

While there have been deaths recorded at opposite ends of our two local Garda Divisions this year (Waterford / Kilkenny and Kildare / Carlow), thankfully none have been on routes in our two counties.

Garda Andy Neill has this advice to help prevent further loss of life;

Anybody who witnesses rules being flouted is advised to contact their local Garda Station – in particular if you come across those hanging out of moving vehicles as Garda Neill outlines;