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Dublin Port plans new bridge running across the River Liffey

The structure is expected to take heavy goods vehicles off the local roads in the area, such as the Eastlink bridge

New planning guides aim to cut urban home parking spaces

Government policy aims to reduce car ownership in areas where alternative transport is available

National shared mobility unit to speed up access to e-bikes, cargo bikes and scooters

Unit to engage with shared mobility operators, local authorities and the NTA to develop and guide policy around shared mobility

Greens forced to hit the brake on climate plans after political pushback

The flurry caused by last week’s proposal to decrease cars on our roads does not augur well for our climate targets

Dublin ranked just behind London as second-most congested city in Europe

Research shows drivers are spending half an hour to drive 10km as the government delays a plan aimed at reducing the number of cars on roads

Dart line to Dublin south-west and Celbridge starts moving through planning

Work to upgrade and electrify the existing line along the route is estimated to take until the end of the decade

Eamon Ryan delays ‘controversial’ car reduction memo to allow more time for government discussion

The strategy will be one of the most ambitious and contentious aspects of the Green Party’s term in government and has already caused division within the Dáil and within government ranks

AA Ireland urges free public transport trial before private car clampdown

The group said measures aimed at cutting car use, such as congestion charges, could ‘spook’ citizens

Government to consider radical new strategies to reduce private car use

A memo from the Minister from Transport, which targets lower carbon emissions by introducing congestion charges and higher parking fees, among other measures, is likely to cause division among the coalition

Climate & Environment

Fine Gael TD criticises government move away from 2030 ban of fossil fuel cars

EU competition rules have stalled a planned effort to make the sale of such vehicles illegal

State launches green transport incentive scheme for workplaces

Businesses will get gold, silver and bronze ratings based on efforts to reduce staff driving to work

Business Post Magazine

Take back this city: ‘Let’s create a new plaza in front of the Custom House’ - Feljin Jose

They might be frustrated by Dublin’s failings, but they are equally optimistic about how the city could be improved. Five Dubliners give their views on how the capital can fulfil its potential

Dart services to Wicklow town could be in place by 2026

Wicklow, which has had major population growth in recent years, is currently only serviced by infrequent diesel trains

NCT delays: 20% of inspectors quit during Covid

113 mechanics left their roles during the pandemic, leaving the service struggling to keep on top of rising demand for NCT appointments

Athlone becomes first town in Ireland with all-electric bus service

Transport officials are planning similar initiatives in Dublin

Rapid electric vehicle chargers to be installed every 60km on Irish motorways

The government is aiming to encourage electric car sales in an effort to cut the state’s emissions

Nolan Transport says Brexit challenges have been replaced by inflation

The Wexford firm has opened a €12 million centre as part of expansion plans

Ryan backs plan for 30 per cent cut to school car journeys

Minister says Climate Action Plan target will be met through providing better bus services and active travel options rather than blaming motorists

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