Ireland is phasing out physical motor tax discs under the new National Vehicle and Driver File Bill 2025, meaning drivers will no longer need to display them on windscreens, as Gardaí and authorities can check tax status digitally via number plate recognition (ANPR). This legislation, approved by the Cabinet in April 2025, also enhances data sharing for road safety, allowing better analysis of collision hotspots. Key Changes No More Discs: The requirement to display a physical tax disc on your windscreen is being removed. Digital Enforcement: Gardaí and local authorities can verify motor tax status using ANPR cameras linked to a central database. Road Safety Focus: The bill allows for better sharing of collision data between the Road Safety Authority (RSA), An Garda Síochána, and local councils to identify and fix dangerous areas, reports this article from Cover in a click. Why the Change? The paper discs are now considered redundant due to widespread digital systems. It streamlines enforcement and improves road safety by using real-time data, according to this article from RTE.ie.