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RSA Urges Adults Not to Gift E-Scooters, Scramblers or Quad Bikes

03.12.2023

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is urging adults not to purchase e-scooters, scramblers or quad bikes for any children this Christmas Following the passing of legislation earlier this year permitting their use, people will be allowed to drive e-scooters on Irish roads next year. However, under the regulations, children will not be allowed to use […]

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Road Safety Alert – Weather Warning for Ice

29.11.2023

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising all road users to prepare for cold weather conditions as Met Eireann have issued a yellow warning for cold temperatures and with icy patches for the following counties from Wednesday evening, 29 November: Carlow, Cavan, Clare, Cork, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Kildare, Kilkenny, Leitrim, Laois, Limerick, Longford, Louth, Mayo, […]

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8% of drivers killed between 2018 and 2022 were driving for work

28.11.2023

RSA’s analysis* of road traffic collision data shows that between 2018 and 2022 8% of drivers killed and 12% of drivers seriously injured were driving for work. The RSA’s Driving for Work webinar gets underway today and hears from a number of experts on managing risks to employees who drive for work, including work-related fatigue, […]

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GenAI at Web Summit 2023

26.11.2023

I attended Web Summit in Lisbon this year – an annual conference that hosts some of the biggest names in tech. Google. Meta. Amazon. Except not this year. 2023 was a strange year for Web Summit. Shortly before the event, Web Summit’s founder and longstanding CEO, Paddy Cosgrave, posted on X (formerly Twitter) that “war […]

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Pedestrian Road Deaths for 2023 are Estimated to be Highest in 15 Years

03.11.2023

Minister Jack Chambers, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána are urging road users to pay particular attention to pedestrians this October Bank Holiday Weekend, as a new analysis of road traffic collision data shows a steep rise in pedestrian fatalities over the past two years. The analysis from the RSA shows that […]

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Company Director Duties

01.11.2023

Setting up a business often involves forming a limited liability company. Limited liability companies must have at least one (and more usually at least two) company directors. The principal responsibilities of a company director are set out in Part 5 of the Companies Act 2014. Section 228 of this act states: 1) A director of […]

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5 Features That Every Business Website Should Have

21.09.2023

A website is often the first point of contact between a business and its potential customers. People search for a business on the internet, and its website is the first thing that they visit. A website acts as a virtual storefront for any business. However, not all websites are created equal. Businesses that truly want […]

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What Are the Options to Stay Connected on a Cruise Ship?

21.09.2023

For many people, going on a cruise vacation is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Cruise vacations allow you to relax, enjoy scenic views, and escape the demands of daily life. As intriguing as it is to go on a cruise vacation, staying connected to the outside world has become increasingly important for many people. Whether it is […]

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5 Practical Tips to Adapt to Changing Market Conditions

21.09.2023

For the long-term success of any business in any market, adapting to changing market conditions is necessary. Market dynamics can shift at any moment, and those businesses that can pivot, adapt, and respond effectively have more chances to succeed and thrive. Businesses that fail to adapt to changing market conditions are at risk of becoming […]

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How To Check If Your Internet Connection Is Secure

21.09.2023

It is crucial to protect your internet connection in this age of numerous cybersecurity risks. It’s important to know whether your internet connection is safe and how to spot potential weaknesses because networks include a variety of vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Here, you’ll go over five essential procedures that will enable you to check […]

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