Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 31 March 2022
233. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the 30km/h speed limit introduced in the Phoenix Park is enforceable and mandatory or if it is advisory given there are no regulatory signs on entering the Park. [17137/22]
View answerOn 28th February 2022, The Office of Public Works introduced a 30km/h speed limit in the Phoenix Park. The public and users of the Park were advised of this change, in advance, through public notices, signage, press communications and social media channels over a two-week period in February.
Signs advising motorists of the new speed limit in the Phoenix Park are in place at all of the main entrances. As per the previous speed limit of 50km/h, signs are located at appropriate places throughout the Park advising of the new 30km/h speed limit.
The Commissioners of Public Works have the authority to implement changes and regulations governing the operations and management of the Phoenix Park under the Phoenix Park Act. An Garda Síochána has the power to enforce these regulations and enforce fines under the Road Traffic Act.
