165 people have died on Irish roads so far this year

World Day of Remembrance takes place today to remember road traffic victims and their families

Over 40 thousand people have been killed on roads North and South of the border since records began.

World Day of Remembrance' for road traffic victims takes place today to give recognition to victims of accidents and the grief of their family and friends.

165 people have died on Irish roads so far this year more than the total of road deaths for 2015 with 18 road fatalities on Cork roads.

CEO of the RSA Moyagh Murdock says drivers need to remember the basics and slow down.

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