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Dublin Live
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Dublin Live
Garda GoSafe cameras to come in at level crossings as drivers risk fines
Drivers could be fined an automatic €160 for breaking certain rules as new cameras are set to be installed. The Garda GoSafe cameras will be placed at level crossings to enhance safety and prevent injuries or damage. It was explained that the cameras were designed to be moveable, so they will be able to change locations. Speaking about the new cameras, journalist Fergal O'Brien said on RTE Radio 1's Morning Ireland: "The Garda GoSafe cameras, which will initially operate in a test phase, will be used to record motorists inappropriately using level crossings. Iarnród Éireann said that the cameras are designed to be easily relocatable and will be deployed depending on driver behaviour. "The cameras will automatically issue a fine of €160 for speeding and €80 for breaking a red light, with the motorist also liable for three penalty points. The railway operators said that the aim of the cameras is to enhance safety for rail and road users, including pedestrians and cyclists, by deterring risk taking behaviour. "Of the 30 incidents across the rail network so far this year, Iarnród Éireann said that 11 resulted in road users being injured or level crossings being damaged." Speed surveys were previously carried out in a number of areas, including one which saw 152 km/h recorded in a 50 km/h zone. Head of Corporate Communications at Iarnród Éireann Barry Kenny said: "When you have situations where vehicles hit level crossings, or indeed bridges... there's a very significant impact to our services. Safety is critical in terms of protecting road users themselves, protecting other vulnerable road users like pedestrians, or cyclists that might be going to the crossings and then avoiding delays and disruption to the rail service as well. "So by putting this in place, it is a very strong deterrent. Where these GoSafe cameras have been on the road network separately with the gardaí before, you see 98.5% compliance." Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage .
The Journal
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Journal
Commuters need minimum of €2.50 on their Leap card to use rail services in new fare zones
ADULTS TRAVELLING ON Irish Rail now need a balance of at least €2.50 on their Leap card in order to use it. It comes with new fare zones introduced by Irish Rail that have expanded the area Leap cards can be used, now covering a 50km radius around Dublin. Until this week, Dublin passengers with short train journeys had been able to pay using their Leap Card but those from towns further away in the commuter belt needed to purchase a ticket. The new zones have been in place since Monday. Here's a reminder of how they work – and what they'll cost you. The Leap area is divided into four zones, which will have different fares applied. Transport for Ireland Transport for Ireland In Zone 1 , where train passengers were already eligible to pay with a Leap Card, the 90-minute fare will remain unchanged (€2 for Adult, €1 for Young Adult/Student and €0.65 for Child Leap Cards). Zone 2 will cover areas including Gormanston, Skerries, Kilcock, Sallins & Naas, Greystones and Kilcoole. The fare will cost €3.90 for an Adult, €1.95 for Young Adult/Student and €1.95 for Child Leap Cards. Advertisement Drogheda, Enfield, Newbridge and Wicklow Town will be included in Zone 3 and be charged €6 for an Adult, €3 for Young Adult/Student and €3 for Child Leap Cards. Zone 4 will be furthest from the city centre, covering areas like Kildare Town and Rathdrum at a cost of €7.50 for an Adult, €3.75 for Young Adult/Student and €3.75 for Child Leap Cards. Irish Rail Communications Manager Barry Kenny has explained that the new fares largely won't be reducing costs in Zone 2 but that there will be decreases for those living further out in Zones 3 and 4. Train travel between Dublin Connolly and Newbridge, for example, costs €9.85, while getting from Dublin Heuston to Kildare Town costs €9.75. The weekly cap for travel in all four zones for an Adult Leap Card is €67.20 'We're encouraging all customers who use the Leap Card to make sure to touch on and touch off for your journey, so that you aren't charged a higher fare than you're due,' Kenny said, speaking on RTÉ Radio One last week. He said that cash fares are also available for the journeys but that 'Leap will always be the cheaper option'. Changes to monthly and annual tickets will be applied 'on people's next renewal of those'. With reporting by Lauren Boland Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
The Journal
28-04-2025
- Business
- The Journal
Commuters up to 50km from Dublin able to use Leap Cards for trains from today
THE LEAP CARD area for train tickets is being extended to cover a 50km radius around Dublin from today. Until now, Dublin passengers with short train journeys have been able to pay using their Leap Card but those from towns further away in the commuter belt have needed to purchase a ticket. Transport for Ireland announced last week that the Leap Card area would be expanded to span a 50km radius starting today. The Leap area is divided into four zones, which will have different fares applied. Transport For Ireland Transport For Ireland In Zone 1, where train passengers were already eligible to pay with a Leap Card, the 90-minute fare will remain unchanged (€2 for Adult, €1 for Young Adult/Student and €0.65 for Child Leap Cards). Zone 2 will cover areas including Gormanston, Skerries, Kilcock, Sallins & Naas, Greystones and Kilcoole. The fare will cost €3.90 for an Adult, €1.95 for Young Adult/Student and €1.95 for Child Leap Cards. Advertisement Drogheda, Enfield, Newbridge and Wicklow Town will be included in Zone 3 and be charged €6 for an Adult, €3 for Young Adult/Student and €3 for Child Leap Cards. Zone 4 will be furthest from the city centre, covering areas like Kildare Town and Rathdrum at a cost of €7.50 for an Adult, €3.75 for Young Adult/Student and €3.75 for Child Leap Cards. Irish Rail Communications Manager Barry Kenny has explained that the new fares largely won't be reducing costs in Zone 2 but that there will be decreases for those living further out in Zones 3 and 4. Currently, train travel between Dublin Connolly and Newbridge, for example, costs €9.85, while getting from Dublin Heuston to Kildare Town costs €9.75. 'We're encouraging all customers who use the Leap Card to make sure to touch on and touch off for your journey, so that you aren't charged a higher fare than you're due,' Kenny said, speaking on RTÉ Radio One last week. 'He said that cash fares are also available for the journeys but that 'Leap will always be the cheaper option'. Changes to monthly and annual tickets will be applied 'on people's next renewal of those'. The weekly cap for travel in all four zones for an Adult Leap Card is €67.20 Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
The Journal
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Journal
Train passengers within 50km of Dublin will be able to use Leap Cards from next week
GOOD NEWS FOR commuters within 50km of Dublin: the Leap Card zone for train tickets is being extended. Until now, Dublin passengers with short train journeys have been able to pay using their Leap Card but those from towns further away in the commuter belt have needed to purchase a ticket. Transport for Ireland has announced that the Leap Card area is being extended to a 50km radius starting next Monday, 28 April. The Leap area is divided into four zones, which will have different fares applied. Transport For Ireland Transport For Ireland In Zone 1, where train passengers were already eligible to pay with a Leap Card, the 90-minute fare will remain unchanged (€2 for Adult, €1 for Young Adult/Student and €0.65 for Child Leap Cards). Zone 2 will cover areas including Gormanston, Skerries, Kilcock, Sallins & Naas, Greystones and Kilcoole. The fare will cost €3.90 for an Adult, €1.95 for Young Adult/Student and €1.95 for Child Leap Cards. Advertisement Drogheda, Enfield, Newbridge and Wicklow Town will be included in Zone 3 and be charged €6 for an Adult, €3 for Young Adult/Student and €3 for Child Leap Cards. Zone 4 will be furthest from the city centre, covering areas like Kildare Town and Rathdrum at a cost of €7.50 for an Adult, €3.75 for Young Adult/Student and €3.75 for Child Leap Cards. Irish Rail Communications Manager Barry Kenny has explained that the new fares largely won't be reducing costs in Zone 2 but that there will be decreases for those living further out in Zones 3 and 4. Currently, train travel between Dublin Connolly and Newbridge, for example, costs €9.85, while getting from Dublin Heuston to Kildare Town costs €9.75. 'We're encouraging all customers who use the Leap Card to make sure to touch on and touch off for your journey, so that you aren't charged a higher fare than you're due,' Kenny said, speaking on RTÉ Radio One this morning. 'He said that cash fares are also available for the journeys but that 'Leap will always be the cheaper option'. Changes to monthly and annual tickets will be applied 'on people's next renewal of those'. The weekly cap for travel in all four zones for an Adult Leap Card is €67.20 Passengers will be able to buy zonal train tickets using the Leap Top-Up App from 28 April. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
