Seven people were killed in road crashes on the island of Ireland on Saturday, including a 16-year-old girl. Waterford 'devastated' by couple’s deathFine Gael councillor Lola O’Sullivan said that the local Waterford community is devastated by the couple’s death. And it's important that we are considerate of each other on the roads.”The Cork TD said that road deaths have “gone the wrong way”. But the Government has been trying to improve road safety, with a review of speed limits and investment in road infrastructure, he said. Last year, there were 190 road traffic fatalities, an increase from 175 road deaths in 2024.

Source: Irish Examiner February 22, 2026 18:24 UTC