The Gift A Lift card
With the festive party season underway, Lotuh County Council recently launched their ‘Gift A Lift’ road safety campaign.
The idea of the campaign is that you commit to give a family member or friend one lift home or to organise a taxi for them over the festive season using the specially designed Gift A Lift card.
The gift card is available free to download at www.louthcoco.ie or can be collected from local authority offices, Motor Tax offices, public libraries and museums throughout the county.
Road Safety Officer, Angela Muckian, said: “Road users need to be extra careful at this time of year when roads are at their busiest. Act responsibly: don’t drive if you’ve been drinking. Stay alert, slow down and always wear a seatbelt. Anyone cycling or walking should always wear bright, reflective clothing. Don’t let your actions bring tragedy to any family this Christmas. The Gift of a Lift could be a gift of life – priceless!”
Inspector Paul Kiernan, Garda Road Traffic Corp, welcomed the initiative and advised people to plan their journeys in advance. He said: “We are reminding drivers to plan ahead when going out for a drink over the holiday period. Leave the keys at home, get a taxi or use public transport, designate a driver and take part in Louth County Council’s Gift A Lift initiative. Make the roads a safer place this Christmas. Last year An Garda Síochána detected 862 people driving under the influence so if you drink and drive this Christmas, prepare to be caught!”
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