Gardai have given an update on drink and drug checkpoints this Christmas.
As Christmas nears, there will be more speed checks in 30 and 50kmh zones as well as more mandatory intoxicant testing checkpoints.
Gardai say that excessive speed in built up areas is a massive factor in pedestrian mortality where a collision occurs.
Gardai posted on their official Facebook page: "In the run up and during the Christmas period expect more speed checks in 30 and 50kmh zones as well as more Mandatory Intoxicant Testing checkpoints.
"Why?Excessive speed in built up areas is a massive factor in pedestrian mortality where a collision occurs.
"In fact a pedestrian is 9 times more likely to be killed by being hit at 60 over 30kmh.
"Intoxication is still a major contributory factor in fatal collisions.
"According to the RSA alcohol alone is a factor in 38% of fatal collisions.
"Let's all get the point and not the points this Christmas."
Gardai were out in force on Sunday night across Limerick and Waterford to deter All-Ireland celebrations.
Limerick were victorious on Sunday, easing past a Waterford side longing for an All-Ireland title.
And Gardai were out on the streets of both cities in a bid to deter celebrations.
Officers shared images while out on the beat in both counties with both seemingly quiet as people adhered to guidelines.
A spokesperson said: "Gardaí on duty in #Limerick and #Waterford Few points in the difference at today's #allirelandfinal but the main point for the night should be to comply with public health guidelines.
"Please enjoy your night whilst maintaining #SocialDistancing and don't gather in groups."
Sharing pictures of the patrols, Gardai added on Facebook: "Gardai in Limerick are out on beat patrol in the city and county tonight. Well done to the All Ireland senior hurling champions.
