Warning to motorists with broken lights on dark roads

Motorist are being warned that Gardai will be monitoring vehicles who have broken, missing or inappropriate lights on their vehicles.

It's a legal requirement that a vehicle’s lights and lamps are all in working order.

Gardai can issue an on-the-spot fine of €60 - however discretion may be used in order to allow the motorist to urgently make the necessary repairs.

Vehicles with only one headlight or tail light are often seen on roads as the afternoons get darker.

Gardai said: “When one light or bulb blows, the simple reality is that your range of vision is severely compromised, plus others may find it difficult to see you.

“In simple terms, a one headlight car could be mistaken for a motorcycle or make it impossible for you too see that pedestrian out walking because you have reduced your range of vision by 50 per cent.”