Work Underway To Implement 30km/h Speed Limits In Clare As Part Of National Speed Limit Review

Phase 2 of the national speed limit review process has commenced. Work has begun to facilitate the introduction of a 30kmh special speed limit in built-up and urban areas in County Clare. The government circular has indicated that all byelaws are brought to the Elected Members for adoption by 30th October 2026 with an implementation date of 31st March 2027. It is the intention to propose a 30kph speed limit in urban cores of towns where there is significant interaction with vulnerable road users and a greater concentration of economic activity and footfall. All proposals will be determined in accordance with the latest “Guidelines for Setting and Managing Speed Limits”. Mapping of the proposed speed limits is now being prepared for workshops with the Elected Members in Q2 following consultation with the Gardai. Alan Morrissey was joined by Rachel Hartigan, who is a member of Clare County Council’s Road Safety Working Group to find out more. Image © Road sign speed limit 30km per hour by ali muhammad usman from Getty Images via Canva