Main Points

Cut road fatalities by minimum of 20 per cent of the 1997 level by 2002

Cut road fatalities by minimum of 20 per cent of the 1997 level by 2002

Development of penalty points system for driving offences

Introduction of evidential breath testing

Extend speed cameras, mobile and fixed

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Random testing for alcohol to be considered

On-the-spot fines for not wearing seat belts

Written theory test for licence applicants

Range of new safety measures for cars and other vehicles to be implemented at national level

Compulsory testing for cars and other vehicles not covered by existing schemes will commence during 1999

Support the new vehicle safety measures at EU level