SAFE & SOUND

City's badge of praise for kind road & path users

- BY CIARA O'LOUGHLIN

A BUNCH of kind pedestrians and cyclists were awarded badges by Dublin City Council's "soundness detectors" yesterday.

As part of its public awareness campaign Be Sound This Summer, the council renewed its appeal for all road and path users to be more respectful of others.

And pedestrians, cyclists and drivers that looked out for others and prioritised safety in the city centre yesterday were awarded with an “I'm Sound” badge.

Through social media videos, the council is encouraging people to stop hogging lanes, breaking lights or dangerously dashing.

Councillor Ray McAdam, Lord Mayor of Dublin, said: "As a city, we're working to make travel safer, cleaner, and more connected - not just through infrastructure, but through how we treat one another.

"Be Sound This Summer is about recognising and celebrating those small, everyday actions that make our streets safer and more respectful for everyone.

"By adding a bit of fun and positivity to the message, we're encouraging all road users to look out for each other. Whatever way you travel, being sound goes a long way.