Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians should allow additional time for journeys across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown as planned closures, utility works and traffic controls continue through the county. This Dublin news update covers the main travel disruptions and active-travel projects scheduled between 31 October and 6 November 2026.
The information was issued by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and was accurate at 4pm on 29 October. Emergency repairs may arise without notice, so road users should follow signs, temporary signals and diversion routes.
Dublin news: key road closures and diversions
Closures already in place
- Torquay Road, Foxrock: Closed between Leopardstown Road and Golf Lane during daytime hours until 1 November for gas works. Local and pedestrian access will remain available.
- Brides Glen Road, Shankill: Closed between Rathmichael Road and Mullinastill Road until 28 November while a new watermain is installed.
- Wyattville Link Road: Westbound traffic arrangements continue until 30 November during construction of the Beckett Link Road underpass.
Upcoming temporary closures
Gas works are scheduled to close Sorrento Road in Dalkey between Victoria Road and Knocknacree Road on 1 and 2 December, from 10am to 4pm. A proposed Military Road closure in Ballybrack will support the Christmas in the Village event on 6 December, from 2pm to 6pm.
There is also a proposed overnight closure of part of Kill Avenue beside Ashgrove from 23 to 27 November. The restriction is linked to the Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme, with local access and signed diversions maintained.
Major works affecting Dublin travel
Night works are continuing at the Rock Road, Stillorgan Road, Mount Merrion Avenue and N11 junctions, including signage, delineator bollards and pedestrian-crossing improvements. Other notable projects include:
- Pedestrian crossing and speed-ramp construction at Mart Lane and Bray Road until 20 November.
- Toucan crossing works near Carrickmines Luas stop on Glenamuck Road North from 3 November to 1 December.
- Junction traffic management at Rock Road and Rock Hill on 3 November between 7pm and 11pm.
- Water upgrade works around Sydney Avenue, Anglesea Avenue and Frascati Park in Blackrock until 30 November.
- Footpath replacement and resurfacing at Ashlawn Park, Ballybrack, until 27 November.
Routine maintenance, including sweeping, gully cleaning and grass cutting, is planned on sections of the N11, Wyattville Road, Ballybetagh Road, Ballybrack Road and near Loughlinstown Hospital Roundabout.
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Active travel and school-zone progress
The Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme is substantially complete and operational, although snagging, landscaping and localised roadworks will continue into mid-November.
Work is also progressing on the Dodder Greenway’s Ely’s Arch project at the Orwell Road junctions. Surfacing at Braemor Park is complete, while footpath and tactile-paving work continues. Dodder Road Lower remains permanently one-way westbound towards Ely’s Arch, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
Safe Routes to School projects at Holy Cross National School in Dundrum, Carysfort National School in Blackrock, Holy Family National School in Monkstown and The Harold School are largely complete. Remaining work is mainly landscaping and minor snagging, so only limited disruption is expected.
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What road users should know
The council is proposing a signalised pedestrian crossing at the N11 Cornelscourt Junction, alongside improvements to signals, kerbs, tactile paving, footpaths, markings and signage. The project is intended to improve accessibility and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Whether commuting, driving to school or travelling through south Dublin, check your route before leaving and leave extra time for delays. The clearest takeaway from this Dublin news bulletin is simple: follow temporary traffic controls and use signed diversions while works continue.