Citing data provided to the organization by Transport Infrastructure Ireland, the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is demanding access to barrier-free toll lanes on all the country’s motorways within 12 months, Irish Independent reports. Of 12 tolling sites in the country, currently only the M50 is barrier-free for heavy goods vehicles. IRHA claims companies waste EUR 26 million (USD 28 million) in diesel every year at toll booths — burned fuel that releases nearly 45,000 tonnes of carbon at a time when Ireland could face major fines from the European Union if it doesn’t meet 2030 climate targets.
An LMFM Radio article includes statements by IRHA leadership on the organization’s basis for demanding toll plaza upgrades.