Martin Ferris (Kerry North, Sinn Fein)
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Question 185: To ask the Minister for Transport the steps he proposes to take in order to create safety awareness around Luas traffic. [26996/04]

Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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I understand that the Railway Procurement Agency and Connex are availing of every opportunity through the media and in direct meetings with community groups to remind people of all safety aspects of light rail operating in city streets. Consultation is also taking place between the RPA, Connex and the Garda Síochána on how to encourage motorists to respect red lights and other road regulations. RPA has also run extensive advertising campaigns relating to safety and further advertising in this regard is planned. There is a corresponding onus on road users and pedestrians to comply with the rules of the road and operate with due care and attention, particularly at traffic junctions.