The Road Safety Authority is reminding motorists that Stephens' Day is one of the busiest on the roads and is urging them to take extra care while driving.
It comes as many people are expected to attend various events around the country today, as well as targeting the high street for St. Stephens' Day sales.
The RSA is also appealing once again to drivers to never drink and drive and that drinking the night before means you may be unfit to get behind the wheel the morning after.
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Spokesperson for the Road Safety Authority is Brian Farrell:
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