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27 March 2006 17:13
The Government has appointed veteran broadcaster Gay Byrne as the new chairman of the Road Safety Authority.
The announcement was made by the Minister for Transport Martin Cullen this afternoon.
The appointment follows criticism of the Government's policies on road safety by Eddie Shaw, who resigned from the National Road Safety Council last year.
Today, Mr Byrne said he expected the Government to fully support him in his work to improve road safety.
He said that if he was stonewalled or if there was any lack of cooperation he would walk away from the job and that he would call a news conference to explain why.
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My favourite is this quote from Martin Cullen
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Gay Byrne’s career has been characterised by courageousness and professionalism, skills that are needed as we seek to bring about a sea change in driver behaviour. His appointment underlines the seriousness that this Government is giving to road safety and to bringing an end to carnage on our roads.
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It sure does, Martin. It sure does.