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What is the height and weight restrictions for a child to sit in front seat car Ireland?

In Ireland, children who are shorter than 150cm (4' 9") and are under the age of 12 years must use the appropriate child restraint system when travelling in a car. Children aged between 3 and 12 who have reached 135 cm in height may use an adult seat belt in the rear of a vehicle.

Child restraint systems include:

- Rear facing child seat (for infants) in the rear seat

- Forward facing child seat placed on the rear seat

- Booster seat placed on the rear seat

The specific type of child restraint system required depends on the child's age, weight, and height. It is important to follow these restrictions to ensure the safety of children when traveling in a car.