with Hannah Kelly
From today (4 September), users must wear a helmet and hi-vis clothing
Under 18s could be banned from using e-scooters by next month.
Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien is planning to increase the minimum age from 16 to 18 in late September or early October.
From today, e-scooter users must wear a helmet and hi-vis clothing, or face a €100 fine.
It follows a number of e-scooter incidents which have led to serious injuries in recent months.
New Report Shows House Prices Are 17% Overvalued
The ESRI says the situation is significantly different to the property bubble of the 2000s
Boy Dies After Train Collides With Car In Mayo
It followed a separate collision involving a tractor in Offaly
Teenager Charged After Alleged Wrong-Way Driving Incident In Cork City
The incident occurred less than a week after the wrong-way M9 crash in Moone
9.1% Increase In Rent For New Tenancies
Meanwhile, the rental sector is continuing to stabilise following rental reforms earlier this year.
Fares To Rise By 15% On Public Transport Routes
Free travel for older people and children up to 9 will continue.
Summer 2026 Recorded As Hottest On Record
This summer was also drier than average
Trump Expected To Visit President Connolly Next Week
It's thought the US President will fly into Dublin on 12 September
Harris Opens Door To Further Delay In Carbon Tax Increase
Finance Minister says postponing October hike should be considered while fuel excise cuts remain in place.
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