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Safe Routes to School

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The Safe Routes to School programme supports active travel to school by improving ongoing issues of safety & congestion at the school gate & on routes to school.

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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Check out these gorgeous transformation pictures at Queen of the Universe National School in County Carlow! This scheme has benefitted from the creation of a one way street, traffic calming measures including pencil bollards and colourful roundels, widened pavements and designated bus parking.
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed route to school improvements benefitting St. Brendan's NS from Galway County Council! Proposed works include: footpath widening, crossing improvements and new planting and rain gardens. Submissionscan be made here: consult.galway.ie/en/consultat...
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
This week is Global Goals Week. Goal 17 - Partnership for the Goals You can see the map of all schools we work with here: buff.ly/UFUGJWb
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
This week is Global Goals Week. Goal 13 - Climate Action One of the key targets set out in Ireland's Climate Action Plan 2025 is to significantly increase sustainable transport trips. Our 2025 Annual Report showed our work had a big impact on mode share including a 48.9% increase in cycling.
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
This week is Global Goals Week. Goal 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities Creating safer routes to school can make the journey to and from school each day a fun, active experience. One way to achieve this is through a cycle bus. Check out the cycle bus guide here: buff.ly/fTyIEFT
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An Taisce @antaisce.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
'The State of Mining in Ireland' 4 October, Tailors' Hall — 9.30am-4pm. Is mining intensifying in Ireland? What are the implications of that for people, place and planet? Hear from experts & impacted communities (experts by experience) and join discussion. www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-state-...
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
This week is Global Goals Week. Goal 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Check out our Safe Routes to School Design Guide here: buff.ly/trAursd
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
This week is Global Goals Week: an annual week of action, awareness, and accountability for the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. This week we will highlight how the Safe Routes to School programme's aims align with the Global Goals. Goal 3 - Good Health and Well-being
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School route to school works at Scoil Áine Naofa from South Dublin County Council! Proposed works include: creation of a School Zone, colourful roundels and pencil bollards. Submissions in support can be made here: buff.ly/WKzbiP3
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School route to school improvements benefitting Scoil Chroí Naofa from Galway County Council! Proposed works include: improved crossings, footpaths and a permeability link to the school. Submissions in support can be made here: buff.ly/K0CCTqQ
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Athenry Church St. to Tuam Rd. (via Station Rd) Active Travel Scheme NON-STATUTORY CONSULTATION | Galway County Council Online Consultation Portal
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The September edition of our newsletter is out now! Featuring: a Summer Summary of Construction, placemaking highlights, and some inspirational articles about School Streets. Read it here: mailchi.mp/eeu.antaisce...
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed SRTS route to school improvements benefitting St. Joseph's BNS from Limerick County Council! Proposed works include: creation of zebra crossings to link Park and Stride locations with the school. Submissions in support can be made here: buff.ly/MphY0Tq
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Section 38 - Proposed Works at Main Street (R-523) and Bank Place (L-1253), Rathkeale, Co. Limerick | Limerick City & County Council's Online Consultation, Survey and Application Form Portal
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at Presentation De La Salle College, Bagenalstown, from Carlow County Council! Proposed works include: creation of a School Zone, improved crossings and tightened junctions. Submissions in support can be made here: buff.ly/7aZ2NHz
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Delighted to share pictures of the first users enjoying the brand-new cycle parking at St Attracta's National School, Roscommon. The shelter and toast racks provide a great space for students at the school to safely store their bikes and scooters. 🚲🛴
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Did you know we have a monthly newsletter showcasing our work and other inspiring active travel projects? Sign up today to make sure you get the next newsletter in your inbox. buff.ly/oLQMwU7
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at Scoil Naomh Aine from South Dublin County Council! Proposed works include: creation of a School Zone, pencil bollards and colourful roundels. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/aG11B3a
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at Loreto Secondary School, Clonmel, Tipperary! Proposed works include: creation of a School Zone, junction tightening and improved crossings. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/oZsIkGR
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Back to School! Wishing everyone a safe, happy and healthy academic year 2026-2027, filled with plenty of active travel journeys!
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at three adjacent schools from Fingal County Council! Proposed works include: a one-way system, pencil bollards and improved footpaths. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: consult.fingal.ie/en/consultat...
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Construction Update 2! 🏗️ Our second construction update of the week features SRTS works in progress at Killygarry National School, Cavan. Resurfacing work is being done before the school receives infrastructure which aims to improve the safety and visibility at the front of school.
This image shows a yellow JCB digger on a road which has been resurfaced with new tarmacadam.This image shows a newly resurfaced road with traffic cones designating construction works are underway.This image shows a road being resurfaced. It depicts a person in a hi-vis vest carrying a bucket.
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed extension to Safe Routes To School works at Killaloe BNS from Clare County Council! Proposed works include: extending safe links to the school with crossings and junction tightening. Submissions in support can be made here: buff.ly/1iw34ox
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Construction Update!🏗️ SRTS works are under construction at St Patrick’s NS in Cavan. The front of school treatment includes improved footpaths and crossing points and an additional walking link into the school. Once completed, it will mean more children can walk, scoot and wheel to school.
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at Muckross Park College from Dublin City Council! Proposed works include: colourful roundels, creation of a School Zone and flexible bollards. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/J0PnqqB
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed low cost safety measure works at S.N. Chaoimhín Naofa, from Louth County Council! Proposed works include: traffic calming measures and zebra crossings. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/WP0hpA1
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Our August Newsletter is out now! In this issue we celebrate the launch of two projects in Kerry and the completion of a further two projects in Wexford. We also look abroad for inspiration: our team’s favourite overseas cycle routes. Available here: buff.ly/Lebo6Co Sign up: buff.ly/DREY4gO
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at St. Conleth's Infant School, from Kildare County Council! Proposed works include: colourful roundels, creation of a school zone and pencil bollards. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/ryxoHU8
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Did you know we have a monthly newsletter showcasing our work and other inspiring active travel projects? Sign up today to make sure you get the August edition in your inbox later this week. buff.ly/Jg31zPN
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
We are happy to see SRTS works are now completed at Ballaghkeane National School in County Wexford. Check out these before & after photos showing the new School Zone, yellow pencil bollards, improved crossings and footpath infrastructure. Congratulations to Wexford CoCo for a successful project.
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at St. Fintan's NS, Taghmon, from Wexford County Council! Proposed works include: new pedestrian crossing, creation of a school zone and pencil bollards. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/S5XvyS2
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at St. Anne's NS, Rathangan, from Wexford County Council! Proposed works include: gateway signage, colourful roundels and improved footpaths. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/YJkjRSI
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at Kennedy College, New Ross, from Wexford County Council! Proposed works include: raised table pedestrian crossing and improved footpaths. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/cObNDpm
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
We enjoyed visiting completed SRTS works at Kiltealy National School in County Wexford. Check out these before & after photos showing the new School Zone, colourful roundels, improved zebra crossings and pollinator-friendly planning. Congratulations to Wexford CoCo for a fantastic project.
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An Taisce @antaisce.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Now seeking a Green-Schools Officer (Water and Energy Themes) This full-time role is based in Munster Join our team — we'd love to hear from you For full job spec and how to apply: www.antaisce.org/vacancies @greenschoolsire.bsky.social #GreenSchools #EnvironmentalJobs #EnvironmentalEducation
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
In our July newsletter, members of our team provided some 🌞 Summer Cycling Inspiration 🌞 with details of their favourite bike rides and greenways. If you get out cycling this summer, please inspire us by sharing your photos: srtscomms@antaisce.org
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Táimid ar bís a fhógairt go bhfuil ár dTuarascáil Bhliantúil 2025 foilsithe anois. Leagtar béim sa tuarascáil ar na príomhéachtaí a baineadh amach, tugtar léargas ar ár gcur chuige, agus breathnaítear ar roinnt cás-staidéar suimiúil ó áiteanna éagsúla ar fud na tíre. buff.ly/oA62baE
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Did you know we have a monthly newsletter showcasing our work and other inspiring active travel projects? Sign up today to make sure you get the next newsletter in your inbox. buff.ly/974aeYs
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Active Travel scheme linking with Ennis NS, from Clare County Council. Proposed works include: a 2.4km segregated cycling facility & pedestrian/ cyclist crossing facilities. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/yW11XE5
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An Taisce @antaisce.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Join our team! Looking for a Membership Development Officer for the Irish Cycling Campaign. Help us develop a thriving cycling culture in Ireland Role can be remote (within Republic of Ireland) and/or Dublin 2, occasional travel may also be required Full details: www.antaisce.org/vacancies
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Our 2025 Annual report contains information about our work with Higher Speed Rural Road Schools. Read through the infographics to find out more about our interventions. The Safe Routes to School 2025 Annual Report is available here: saferoutestoschool.ie/wp-content/u...
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Our July newsletter is out now! Featuring: highlights from our annual report; Peloton na Páistí cycle bus; active travel project proposals in Dublin and some summer cycling inspiration from our team. Available here: mailchi.mp/eeu.antaisce... Sign up: sl1nk.com/9wzlag2
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Last Monday we attended the launch of SRTS works at Mercy Mounthawk Secondary School in Tralee. Check out these before & after photos showing the new protected bike lanes leading to the school as well as junction tightening using creative, eye-catching planting. Congratulations to @kerrycoco.ie
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
On Monday we attended the launch of SRTS works at Scoil Mhuire in Killorglin. Check out these before & after photos showing the new School Zone, tightened junctions, colourful roundels, widened pavements and improved zebra crossings. Congratulations to @kerrycoco.ie for a successful launch.
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Did you know we have a monthly newsletter showcasing our work and other inspiring active travel projects? Our July edition is due next week, sign up today to make sure you get the newsletter in your inbox. buff.ly/kQp0jC7
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
On Monday two Safe Routes to School projects were launched in Kerry: Scoil Mhuire, Killorglin & Mercy Mounthawk, Tralee. The works will make the roads around the schools safer and empower more students to walk, cycle and wheel to school. 🚲🚶🛴 #ActiveTravel #SafeRoutesToSchool #PencilBollards
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at St. Kevin's NS & Holy Child CS, Sallynoggin from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Co. Council! Proposed works include: colourful roundels, pencil bollards & gateway signage. Submissions in support can be made here: buff.ly/eI3Iw7R
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at St. Patrick's GNS, Hollypark from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Co. Council! Proposed works include: creation of a school zone, zebra crossing and placemaking elements. Submissions here: buff.ly/V9KHEbx
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Public consultation notice for proposed Safe Routes To School works at St. Earnan’s National School, Killashee from Longford County Council! Proposed works include: colourful roundels, gateway signage and a zebra crossing. Submissions in support of the scheme can be made here: buff.ly/lBqbOxN
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Thrilled to announce the publication of our Annual Report 2025. The report highlights key achievements, provides an insight into our approach and looks in depth into the innovative ways we worked to make the roads around Higher-Speed Rural Road Schools safer. shorturl.at/cI50d @antaisce.bsky.social
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Public consultation on proposed traffic calming works in Ballynoe, which would link the village with completed SRTS infrastructure at nearby Scoil Chaitriona. It's great to see Cork CoCo leading of a project that will enhance and extend connections active travel links. Submissions: buff.ly/KlDeVGT
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Safe Routes to School @srts-ire.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Public consultation for proposed Active Travel Scheme from South Dublin CoCo! The scheme will improve junctions & links to SRTS graduate schools: St. Maelruan's JNS & St. Dominic's NS. It will enable more young people to walk, cycle and wheel to school 🚶🛴🚲 Submissions in support: shorturl.at/go9QA
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