National #SlowDown Day – Monday, 31st August 2026

An Garda Síochána, in partnership with the Road Safety Authority and other stakeholders, will conduct a 24-hour nationwide speed enforcement operation on Monday, 31st August 2026 as part of National #SlowDown Day. The initiative aims to promote safer driving and reduce speed-related collisions, particularly during the first week of schools reopening. There will be a specific focus on traffic activity near schools during opening and closing times. The operation is part of annual efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of speeding, promote compliance with speed limits, and deter dangerous driving behaviours. Excessive speed increases the risk of serious or fatal collisions and endangers all road users.