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Dublin Brexit plans need testing, says FTAI

[ December 10, 2020   //   ]

Following the announcement of a contraflow system for Holyhead port (https://www.fbj-online.com/contraflow-to-control-holyhead-freight-after-brexit/), FTA Ireland (FTAI), has called for the recently announced Traffic Management Plan for Dublin Port to be tested, to allow time for any potential improvements.  

General manager Aidan Flynn said that while the plan was welcome, FTAI had concerns including general road safety on the motorway network during peak times. He added:  “We are disappointed that industry was not consulted during the development of the plan, which does not take account of the businesses that are located within the port and are critical to the provision and supply of fuel to the airport and service stations around the country. More information on the proposed traffic plans, for both access and egress of the port, must be provided. And, while reference is made in the plan to provide various pre-notifications of delays to oncoming traffic – such as new signage to be erected on motorways – what is not clear is who will be responsible for the management of the traffic and the safety of all road users in the event of the plan being used.  

“It is also unclear as to how much advanced notice will be provided to the haulage sector.  Every delay has consequences for driving time and FTAI is calling for the Road Safety Authority to provide details of what derogation will be provided for drivers.”

FTAI members are meanwhile testing proposed customs arrangements for the post-transition period in Dublin Port and Rosslare Europort this week. These trials, organised with Irish Revenue in conjunction with industry, will enable businesses, authorities and government to understand how the new import and export process will work in 2021 and deal with any issues that arise.

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