Staycationers warned to protect themselves from crime as people holiday close to home

Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority also warn people to take precautions to avoid traffic accidents ahead of an anticipated increase in traffic on Irish roads as more people head on staycations.

A line of campervans looking to access the seafront in Garrylucas in Co Cork. Picture; David Creedon / Anzenberger

‘Stay cautious on your staycation’ is the core message behind a new campaign launched today by the Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána.

The campaign calls for staycationers across the country to reduce and eliminate opportunities for crime, as more people choose to holiday at home this summer due to ongoing travel restrictions.