The change will see the fine increase from €80 to €160.
Drivers are reminded that there will be a significant increase in school-going traffic in the coming days. They should also expect a rise in the number of children using ‘active modes’ of transport such as cycling, walking or scooting to get to school. “School wardens are vulnerable road workers. Their job is to keep children safe. But to do this they put themselves at risk every time they step onto the road. They work on all sorts of roads from national routes to small local roads and at times of the day that sees the heaviest traffic. They deserve our respect and a safe working environment.
“I would ask that all parents remind children about road safety and take extra care when dropping or collecting children from schools. I would also ask that all road users be extra vigilant when driving near schools and school wardens. We want all our children to return to school safely.”