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The Irish Sun
10 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Convicted drink drivers in Ireland may need to do breath test each time before starting engine under new plans
CONVICTED drink drivers in Ireland may need to do breath test each time before they start their engines under new road safety plans. Aimed at slashing road deaths, the plan is one of many proposed in the next phase of the Government's 2 A new rule could be brought in for convicted drink drivers Credit: Alamy The Government is preparing the next phase of its Road Safety Strategy with a focus on tougher rules and new tech to keep dangerous drivers off the roads. Advertisement Transport Minister The goal is to cut road deaths and serious injuries by half before 2030, and work towards zero fatalities by 2050. That means reducing annual fatalities to 72 by the year 2030 - a major decrease from the 172 people who died on Irish READ MORE IN MOTORS And so far this year, 77 lives have already been lost in crashes. Advertisement One of the changes being proposed is the use of The draft report reads: 'The MBRS (Medical Bureau of Road Safety) tested and approved a number of interlock products in phase one of the strategy, to support the voluntary uptake of these devices, particularly by organisations with large vehicle fleets. 'In phase two, proposals will be brought forward, based on expert medical research, for the possible mandatory use of alcohol interlocks, alongside rehabilitation courses, as a sanction for drunk driving in certain cases." Most read in The Irish Sun Exclusive These devices could become mandatory for convicted drink drivers and possibly even professional drivers in future phases. Advertisement The strategy also outlines penalties for drink driving under two categories - general road use and I'm an Irish driving instructor and here is why your friends are failing the test The wider plan includes seven 'priority areas,' covering everything from safer roads and vehicles to better emergency response after crashes. And cameras are set to play a huge role in the plan — not just for speeding but also to catch phone use, seatbelt dodgers and other risky driving behaviour. Gardai would also get a digital upgrade, with new systems tracking offences and helping manage traffic in real time. Advertisement There's also a push to cut back on how much we drive, to help tackle pollution and 'This strategy must be ambitious' The Road Safety Authority will review and publish crash data every two years and look at hospital records to better understand injury trends. The 'Rules of the Road' guide will also be updated to reflect these changes and keep drivers informed. In a statement, Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien said: "We need to be ambitious over the lifetime of this strategy. That is why we have set a target of cutting the number of deaths and serious injuries by half by 2030. "It must be ambitious if we are to protect all our road users including pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, horse riders, drivers, passengers, whether young or old. Advertisement "However, this strategy will prioritise the safety of those who are most vulnerable, ensuring their right to travel the roads safely is protected." 2 New road rules have been proposed to clamp down on dangerous driving Credit: Getty Stock
Irish Independent
22-04-2025
- Irish Independent
Gardaí in Cavan arrest five motorists in major Easter bank holiday weekend road safety crackdown
Two motorists were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of intoxicants last night (Monday) while two more were stopped for having no insurance in place. 'Last night Cavan Roads Policing Unit made two arrests for intoxicated driving,' said a garda spokesperson. 'One driver is charged to court for excess alcohol and the other driver has been released pending blood analysis by the MBRS (Medical Bureau of Road Safety).' The spokesperson said gardaí also detained two cars in the greater Bailieboro area after both vehicles were flagged for having suspected no insurance from an Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) device. A fifth disqualified driver was likewise pulled in and arrested when officers discovered came across their silver coloured BMW. He has since been charged ahead of a likely court appearance over the coming weeks. The car itself was also seized, the spokesperson confirmed.
Irish Independent
22-04-2025
- Irish Independent
Gardaí arrest five motorists in Cavan in major Easter bank holiday weekend road safety crackdown
Two motorists were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of intoxicants last night (Monday) while two more were stopped for having no insurance in place. 'Last night Cavan Roads Policing Unit made two arrests for intoxicated driving,' said a garda spokesperson. 'One driver is charged to court for excess alcohol and the other driver has been released pending blood analysis by the MBRS (Medical Bureau of Road Safety).' The spokesperson said gardaí also detained two cars in the greater Bailieboro area after both vehicles were flagged for having suspected no insurance from an Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) device. A fifth disqualified driver was likewise pulled in and arrested when officers discovered came across their silver coloured BMW. He has since been charged ahead of a likely court appearance over the coming weeks.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
DataTracks Aurora: AI-Enabled XBRL Solution for Malaysian Business Reporting
KUALA LUMPUR, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DataTracks, a global leader in cloud-based compliance reporting solutions, announced the launch of DataTracks Aurora, an AI-powered XBRL platform designed to simplify and accelerate compliance with the Malaysian Business Reporting System (MBRS). The MBRS is a digital submission framework introduced by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia or SSM) for filing financial statements and annual returns in the XBRL format. With mandatory digital submissions having begun in December 2024, Aurora is built to help Malaysian businesses prepare early – with ease, accuracy, and confidence. "Aurora is built to significantly reduce the time and effort spent on XBRL preparation for accounting, audit, and corporate secretarial firms," said Pramodh Vittal, Senior VP, Product Design at DataTracks. "Powered by AI and equipped with a user-friendly interface, it ensures efficiency at every step. Any updates made to financial statements instantly reflect in the corresponding MBRS template, maintaining data integrity throughout the process." MBRS Filing Challenges With the MBRS mandate now aligned with MPERS and MFRS reporting standards, accounting professionals face several key challenges such as complex data mappings to MBRS templates, intricate business validation rules, and repetitive manual tasks across multiple entities. Purpose-Built for MBRS Preparers Aurora enables users to upload financial statements, automatically map them to MBRS templates, and reuse those mappings across similar entities – saving time and ensuring consistency. Through AI-driven automation, preparers can reuse mappings to reduce manual effort, potentially saving up to 80% of preparation time. A user-friendly interface simplifies the mapping process with minimal manual input. The smart review and validation feature helps trace mapped values back to financial statements for easy verification and error-free output. Aurora also includes robust access controls, allowing firms to manage multiple entity profiles, assign roles to internal teams or clients, and streamline preparation and review workflows with built-in security. "Aurora helps shift the focus from manual data entry to strategic review. Accountants can now complete five MBRS filings in the time it once took to do one," added Rashmi Ravindran, VP Sales – APAC, DataTracks. About DataTracks DataTracks, recently recognized as a G2 Best Software winner in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) category for 2025, has been providing compliance reporting solutions for over 20 years. In addition to Aurora, DataTracks recently launched DataTracks Oxbow, a powerful platform for FATCA/CRS reporting requirements, globally. DataTracks' full-stack solutions have supported over 30,000 clients across 25+ countries in effortlessly navigating diverse global regulatory regimes. For more information, visit Business Enquiries:Email: enquiry@ +60 3-2706 0185 Media Contact: mediarelations@ Disclaimer: Statements regarding product performance are based on internal assessments and client feedback. Results may vary. DataTracks is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM). View original content: SOURCE DataTracks Sign in to access your portfolio
