Wexford Road Users Urged To Take Extra Care Around Pedestrians This Bank Holiday Weekend

An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority are urging motorists and pedestrians in County Wexford to take extra care over the October bank holiday weekend, as darker evenings and reduced daylight hours increase the risks on the roads.

The appeal comes as the clocks go back by one hour this Sunday, October 25th, with road users being reminded to stay visible and remain alert, particularly during the darker mornings and evenings.

National figures show 151 people have died in road traffic collisions in Ireland so far this year, including 29 pedestrians.

Research by the RSA found that 178 pedestrians were killed and 1,658 seriously injured on Irish roads between 2021 and 2025. A quarter of pedestrian fatalities involved people aged 75 or older, while two-thirds were male.

The research also found that pedestrian deaths and serious injuries increase during the autumn and winter months, with 38% of pedestrian fatalities recorded between October and December.

As people travel across Wexford for the bank holiday and mid-term break, motorists are being urged to slow down, use dipped headlights where appropriate and watch out for pedestrians, particularly in built-up areas.

Pedestrians and cyclists are being advised to wear high-visibility clothing and ensure they can be seen by other road users.

An Garda Síochána will carry out a dedicated road traffic enforcement operation over the bank holiday weekend, running from Thursday, October 22nd, until Tuesday, October 27th.

Gardaí are also reminding motorists not to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, to wear seatbelts and to avoid distractions such as mobile phones.

Road users are being urged to adjust their driving to suit weather and road conditions and to take extra care around vulnerable road users.