PROJECTS
Funding
Ireland
Duration
-
Status
Complete
Geo-spatial type
Other
STRIA Roadmaps
Transport mode
Transport policies
Safety/Security
Transport sectors
Passenger transport,
Freight transport
Overview
Background & Policy context
Traffic calming was first carried out in Ireland in 1993. The study is an evaluation of the effectiveness of schemes constructed over the period 1993-1996.
Objectives
To evaluate the effectiveness of 21 traffic calming schemes constructed over the period 1993-1996 in terms of accident reduction and cost effectiveness.
Methodology
The accident statistics before and after implementation of the schemes were studied and compared to find the total reduction in fatal and injury accidents achieved by the programme.
Economic evaluations was carried out using the 'Willingness to Pay' method to find the rate of return of the programme.
Funding
Parent Programmes
Institution Type
Public institution
Institution Name
National Roads Authority
Type of funding
Public (national/regional/local)
Partners
Lead Organisation
EU Contribution
€0
Partner Organisations
EU Contribution
€0