Jamie McCarron

2 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Jamie McCarron

Drivers across Ireland have been warned of potential fines for having one type of item in their car. A new wave of do-it-yourself dash cam mounting tricks shared on social media could result in hefty fines for motorists due to potentially obstructing windscreens. Road safety experts, including Number 1 Plates, warn that an increasing number of motorists are being caught off guard by this little-known rule.

2 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Jamie McCarron

Drivers in Ireland have been issued a serious caution that using a smartwatch while driving could lead to fines up to €1,200 and accrue as many as six penalty points on their licence. Historically, smartphones have been seen as the main source of distraction for drivers due to incessant alerts from text messages and phone calls. However, there's now a notable rise in accidents linked to smartwatches, which are confirmed to pose the same distractions as mobile phones for drivers.

2 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Jamie McCarron

The Humanitarian Assistance Scheme for those affected by Storm Éowyn is set to close by 5pm on Friday, meaning that people will no longer be able to apply for financial assistance if their properties were damaged by the storm back in January. The Humanitarian Assistance Scheme provides income tested financial assistance to households affected by a severe weather event. It is administered by the Community Welfare Service. Here's everything you need to know about it and how to apply.

2 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Jamie McCarron

A weather expert has revealed that we can look forward to a spell of warm weather next week with temperatures expected to climb above 20C. Alan O'Reilly, the hobbyist meteorologist behind the popular Carlow Weather social media pages, took to Facebook to address recent reports that a mini heatwave is set to hit the UK and whether Ireland will see some any the summery conditions.

3 weeks ago | galwaybeo.ie | Jamie McCarron

The government is set to crack down on supermarket customers who use loyalty cards to buy cheaper alcohol. Since 2021 the law has prevented members of the public from using loyalty card points to purchase alcohol, but more regulations are now planned to stop loyalty cards from making alcohol less expensive. Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll McNeill hasn't given an indication on when the new law may be enacted, as it will need to be submitted to the EU before it can be passed.