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Newmarket Road fatal collision sign, Norwich

Number of cyclists killed on Irish roads doubles in three years, as safety group calls for “sustained political commitment” to protect vulnerable road users

14 cyclist fatalities were recorded in the Republic of Ireland in 2025, the fourth highest number this century, while one cyclist was killed in Northern Ireland

Fri, Jan 02, 2026 12:58

Five years in prison and 10-year road ban for hit-and-run drink driver who had also smoked cannabis before leaving cyclist for dead with a severed foot

The cyclist, an experienced and highly respected garda, suffered life changing injuries which have left him prone to lung infections, but is still keen to continue working in the force

Sat, Nov 25, 2023 16:09

Dublin’s College Green (source Paddy Smyth on YouTube).JPG

20 per cent of Ireland’s transport budget to be spent on cycling and walking under new coalition agreement in massive boost to active travel

Green Party secures funding commitment from partner parties Fine Fáil and Fine Gael

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 12:55

‘Group rides that break rules reflect badly on cycling’ says Cycling Ulster as it tries to manage different guidelines either side of the border

Reports of cyclists training in groups in defiance of Covid19 regulations earlier in the month

Sat, May 30, 2020 11:30

Teen driver drove after cyclist then stole his bike, Dublin court told

Rider was reported to have raised middle finger at youth prior to incicdent in March

Wed, Sep 13, 2017 14:53

13-year old Irish cyclist pushed off bike by passenger in speeding car

Quick thinking van driver saved boy's life says father; police appeal for help in finding vehicle involved

Wed, Jun 25, 2014 19:53

Irish cyclists urge government to halt scheme to turn hard shoulders into cycle lanes

Cyclist.ie says works under €4 million job creation scheme could make matters worse for cyclists

Thu, Aug 25, 2011 11:12

Irish cyclist killed by own son in tragic road accident, inquest hears

Daughter and grandchild also witness fatal collision following family celebration

Wed, Feb 16, 2011 08:37

Doctors in Irish Republic urge politicians to follow Northern Ireland lead on helmet compulsion

Comments reignite helmet debate in the Republic

Wed, Feb 09, 2011 11:44