Transport Minister Shane Ross says it's about changing attitudes and saving lives.
Under the proposals, motorists found doing more than 30 kilometres per hour over the speed limit will face seven penalty points, court prosecution and a fine of up to €2,000.
The laws would see a sliding scale of penalties, depending on the speed, as opposed to the current €80 fine and three penalty points.
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A popular Wicklow takeaway is closing the hatch on its van for the final time on Sunday.
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Game-changing online education modules for tackling gender-based violence through Gaelic Games launched for clubs in Wicklow
Simon Harris Welcomes Opening of Bray’s New DART Interchange
Wicklow Man Accused Of Harassing Teenage Girl On Way To School Granted Bail After Court Sitting
A man allegedly made sexually explicit hand gestures towards a 17 year old girl who was en route to school in Newtownmountkennedy
Harris Launches Community Support Report in Bray
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