Increased garda activity expected in the north west over Bank Holiday Weekend

Gardaí will be stepping up their bank holiday campaign as they crack down on speeding and drink drivers.

Motorists in counties still affected by Storm Éowyn have been urged to be extra careful, as many roads remain blocked by fallen trees and debris in the northwest and midlands.

Assistant Garda Commissioner for Roads Policing, Paula Hillman says risk of a fatal or serious road traffic collision is highest in the early afternoon.