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  Of the new zones in Kildare, six have been added following community requests, where residents and local Gardaí raised concerns about speeding on particular roads.

• Over 400 Motorists Caught Speeding So Far Today, Including A Driver In Kilcock

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  Among those is a motorist who was detected travelling at 109 kilometres per hour in an 80km zone on the R148 in Kilcock

• Transport Minister In Discussions With Irish Rail About Extending Late-Night Trains Beyond Christmas

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  Outside of Christmas, the last train for most lines runs at 11.30pm.

• Bus Shelters Treated As Luxury Rather Than Standard, With 500 Kildare Bus Stops In Need Of Upgrades

  Data provided by the National Transport Authority shows €500,000 was allocated to Kildare County Council in 2025 under the Bus Stop Enhancement Programme.

• Recruitment Announcements Don’t Add Up As Garda Numbers Stagnant In Kildare South, Says Local TD

  Overall Garda strength across the district is down two since 2020, falling from 147 to 145, despite repeated recruitment announcements.

• Court Orders Demolition Of 29 Unauthorised Modular Homes Built By Kildare Developer

  The Circuit Civil Court ruled that 29 modular houses built by Branach Developments, registered in Caragh, were entirely new structures and not refurbishments, as claimed.

• 170 People Arrested In Past Week For Driving Under Influence Of Alcohol Or Drugs

  184 people have lost their lives on the roads so far this year.

• €239k For Clane Playground As Kildare Secures Funding For Just Two Projects

  €239,040 has been allocated for remedial and upgrade works at the playground and recreational facilities in Clane, a project identified as a local community priority.