Oireachtas committee to probe motorway safety risks

The Joint Committee on Transport is set to convene on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, at 9.45am in Committee Room 4, Leinster House, to scrutinise recent incidents across the Irish motorway network. This session forms a critical component of the Committee’s dedicated programme of work focused on improving road safety standards nationwide.

The hearing will feature testimony from representatives of the Road Safety Authority and Transport Infrastructure Ireland. Cathaoirleach Deputy Michael Murphy TD emphasised that the meeting aims to extract actionable lessons from these events to implement practical measures that mitigate the risk of further serious collisions. The inquiry will assess whether the network meets optimal safety benchmarks, examining factors such as infrastructure design, driver behaviour, speed management, and incident response protocols available to motorists.

The Committee intends to move beyond post-incident discussions to identify specific interventions that can prevent collisions and save lives. This engagement is part of a broader review that will culminate in a practical report containing targeted recommendations for Government and relevant agencies. Media enquiries regarding the proceedings can be directed to Stephen Higgins at the Houses of the Oireachtas Communications Unit in Dublin 2, via the official press office contact details.