Those killed on the road will be remembered across the country tomorrow. There have been 286 people killed in crashes so far this year compared to 319 for the same period last year.
The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is organised by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and Public Against Road Carnage (Parc) who have called on motorists to reflect on their behaviour on the roads.
Road Safety Authority chairman Gay Byrne said: "On Sunday we have an opportunity to remember victims and the pain and suffering of families and friends who continue to grieve the loss of their loved ones."
To mark the occasion, the RSA will be distributing over 400,000 high visibility arm bands to the public.
"It is part of a major road safety blitz by the RSA aimed at protecting . . . pedestrians and cyclists during the dark winter months," Mr Byrne added.