A festive season gets into full swing, Monaghan County Council is urging everyone to plan their journey home and make road safety a priority.
The annual 'Gift of a Lift' campaign was launched today.
Supported locally by An Garda Síochána, the National Ambulance Service and Monaghan Fire and Civil Protection, this campaign encourages people to give the ultimate gift this Christmas - a safe lift home.
Adrian O'Sullivan, Road Safety Officer with Monaghan County Council said: "The 'Gift of a Lift' Christmas card is a simple but powerful way to remind people to look out for each other.
"Roads are busier and conditions can be hazardous at this time of year. By gifting a lift or arranging a taxi, you can help ensure your loved ones get home safely.
"As we enter the Christmas party season, 165 lives have been lost on Irish roads as of 1stDecember 2025, including three in Co Monaghan."
The 'Gift of a Lift' card is available to print from www.Monaghan.ie or collect from any County Monaghan library branch.
