Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians should allow extra time this week as roadworks and temporary traffic controls affect several parts of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. This Dublin news update covers closures, diversions, utility works and active-travel projects scheduled between 19 and 25 September 2026.
The information was accurate at 4pm on 17 September, although emergency works may be introduced without notice. Road users are advised to follow temporary signs and instructions from traffic-management crews.
Dublin news: key road restrictions this week
Wyattville Link Road
A temporary 50 km/h speed limit remains on the westbound Wyattville Link Road between Cherrywood Avenue and the Cherrywood M50 southbound slip road. The restriction supports construction of the underpass linked to the Beckett Link Road Project and is expected to remain until 30 November 2026, or until works finish.
Mounttown Road Lower
Mounttown Road Lower continues to operate as a one-way route northbound between Kill Avenue and York Road. Southbound motorists should use signed diversions while the Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme progresses. The arrangement is expected to continue until the end of October.
Other closures and upcoming restrictions
- Killiney Hill Road will close between Victoria Road and Military Road from 29 September to 1 October, 8am to 6pm daily, for gas works.
- Brides Glen Road remains affected by watermain installation works, with a proposed extension of the closure to 28 November.
- A section of Silchester Road near Silchester Crescent is proposed to close on 9 October for reinstatement works, while local and pedestrian access will be maintained.
- Glenamuck Road remains closed between Brambledown and the Enniskerry Road junction.
- Barnaslingan Lane is permanently closed to through traffic, although walking and cycling access remains available.
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Roadworks affecting local journeys
Traffic lights, Stop/Go controls, lane restrictions and local diversions may be used at several locations. Major works include pedestrian-crossing and speed-ramp construction at Camberley Oaks in Dundrum, infrastructure works on the Enniskerry Road at Struan Glen, and footpath maintenance at Clonkeen Crescent and Clonkeen Grove.
Resurfacing and footpath work continues at Ashlawn Park in Loughlinstown until 9 October. ESB trenching is scheduled around Dundrum Road and Shanacoumha Cul-de-Sac, while rehabilitation works affect Sydney Avenue, George’s Avenue and Frascati Park in Blackrock.
Utility and reinstatement works are also scheduled in Blackrock, Dalkey, Glenageary, Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire, Foxrock, Killiney, Clonskeagh, Roebuck, Windy Arbour and Kilmacud.
Active travel and school-zone projects
ESB ducting at Galloping Green in Stillorgan continues, with the bus lane, cycle lane and adjacent grass verge closed. The footpath remains open.
Work on the Dodder Greenway continues at the Orwell Road and Braemor Park junction and near Dodder Road Lower. Dodder Road Lower is permanently one-way westbound, while new two-way cycle lanes are expected to partially open in autumn 2026.
Construction at several Safe Routes to School locations is substantially complete, including Holy Cross National School, Carysfort National School, Holy Family National School and The Harold School. Minor snagging may still require temporary controls.
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What travellers should do
- Check your route before leaving and allow additional journey time.
- Use signed diversion routes instead of entering closed roads.
- Expect delays near construction sites and follow traffic controllers.
- Check the M50 Concession website for planned M50, N11 and M11 works.
Conclusion
This Dublin news update highlights a busy period for road construction and sustainable-transport projects across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. Planning ahead, observing temporary restrictions and allowing extra time will help make journeys safer and more predictable.
