World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims
A number of events are set to take place, north and south, today to mark the World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims.
The World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims is being observed today across Ireland, with events taking place from Derry to Dundalk and Cork to Gort an Choirce. This annual event, designated by the United Nations for the third Sunday in November, aims to honor victims and their families while raising awareness about road safety.
In Ireland, 161 people have died on roads this year, surpassing the same period in 2025 by ten fatalities. A national memorial ceremony is being held in Mullingar, Co Westmeath, with Minister of State for Transport Sean Canney and Road Safety Authority Chief Executive Sam Waide in attendance. Canney expressed deep concern over the increase in road deaths this year and emphasized the government's commitment to reducing road deaths by half by 2030 and achieving Vision Zero by 2050.
The event in Mullingar will feature a 'Walk In My Shoes' exhibition, which aims to create a space for remembrance, reflection, and a deeper understanding of the impact of losing a loved one on the road.
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