Agency: Lylebailie International | Authors: David Lyle, Julie Anne Bailie, Dawn Reid, Robert Lyle, David Martin and Pauline Kerr |
Metrication of Speed Limits
INTRODUCTION
Metrication of speed limits in the Republic of Ireland was introduced on 20thJanuary 2005. Prior to the introduction, national route distance signs were displayed in kilometres, while speed limits were displayed in miles per hour. The change to metric speed limits offered a uniform system and would be less confusing. This was the most significant change to speed limits in the history of the State. Metrication was to have profound and extensive public...