The Pat Kenny Show New speed limits are set to be introduced across Dublin city
Nov 13, 2025
Olivia Kelly, the Dublin Editor at The Irish Times, joins the discussion on new 30 km/h speed limits aimed at improving safety in Dublin. She tackles the challenges of enforcing regulations on e-scooters and outlines where current speed limits apply. Olivia highlights legislative hurdles in making 30 km/h the default limit and discusses the city council's plans for selective higher speeds on non-residential roads. They also delve into how these changes may impact transit times and enhance road safety, pointing to statistics on survivability at reduced speeds.
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30 Km/h Is Already The Default In Many Areas
- Much of Dublin is already covered by 30 km/h limits, though people may not notice them.
- The council now targets remaining arterial roads that still carry higher limits like 50 or 60 km/h.
Host Passed By A Fast Cyclist
- Pat Kenny described being passed by a regular pushbike on his way into work, noting cyclists often exceed 30 km/h.
- He used the example to question whether slower limits affect interactions with faster bikes and e-bikes.
Legal Default Exists But Is Not Enacted
- Legislation to make 30 km/h the default was passed but hasn't been enacted so local authorities must use a lengthy bylaw process.
- That necessity slows roll-out and keeps signage proliferation as an administrative issue.