'More of this please!' Cyclist in dark clothing fined for not having lights on their bike
Gardai move to remind cyclists of their legal obligations to light up
Gardai are reminding cyclists of their legal obligation to have working lights when cycling on public roads during the dark mornings and evenings.
The reminder comes as gardai in County Kildare have highlighted a recent incident which led to an on-the-spot fine being issued.
In a post on social media, a spokesperson said: "While on patrol, Naas Roads Policing observed this pedal cyclist in dark clothing with no front or rear lights. FCPN issued."
The post goes on to remind cyclists of their obligations under the law. "If you are cycling on public roads during 'lighting-up time', you must have lights on your bike," it reads.
Reacting to the post on X, formerly Twitter, several users praised the actions taken by gardai.
"Whoa! Cyclists aren't above the law? When did that happen!? Was there a referendum I missed?" commented one user while another said: "Excellent news! More of this please".