45 people have died on Ireland's roads so far this year - 2 more than this time last year.
Motorists in the midlands are being urged to not drink and drive this bank holiday weekend.
Gardaí are advising drivers the most dangerous time for a serious crash on a Bank Holiday is 3pm to 6pm.
45 people have died on Ireland's roads so far this year - 2 more than this time last year.
Deputy Garda Commissioner, Laois' Anne Marie McMahon, says the fatal road accidents are transcending all age groups:
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