Drivers, cyclists and local commuters in south Dublin are being urged to check routes carefully as another busy week of transport disruption unfolds across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. This Dublin news update rounds up the latest road closures, speed restrictions and traffic management measures affecting residents from Blackrock to Shankill.
The latest council notice highlights both short-term disruption and longer-running infrastructure works, with several schemes tied to road safety, resurfacing, drainage upgrades and active travel improvements. For anyone commuting locally, school-run traffic may be lighter during the summer break, but delays are still likely in key corridors.
Dublin news: key traffic changes motorists should know
One of the most important ongoing measures remains on the Wyattville Link Road, where a temporary 50km/h speed limit continues westbound between Cherrywood Avenue and the Cherrywood M50 southbound slip road. The restriction is linked to underpass construction under the Beckett Link Road Project and is expected to remain in place until late November 2026 unless works finish earlier.
Elsewhere, road users should prepare for a mix of closures, one-way systems and lane restrictions across the county. Areas affected include Blackrock, Dundrum, Killiney, Foxrock, Rathmichael and Dún Laoghaire.
- Brock’s Lane, Dún Laoghaire: resurfacing works through 24 July
- Station Road, Killiney: night closures for footpath, drainage and crossing works
- Torquay Road, Foxrock: temporary closure for gas works
- Puck’s Castle Lane and Murphy’s Lane, Rathmichael: road maintenance disruption until early August
- R117 Dundrum Wood: morning closure on 26 July for works near Dundrum Town Centre
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Longer-term roadworks and infrastructure projects
Several extended projects will continue to affect traffic flow over the coming weeks. Ongoing closures are in place on Brides Glen Road in Shankill, Enniskerry Road in Kilternan and sections of Kellystown Road. Traffic management also remains active on the Wyattville Link Road and around the M50 Junction 14 Link Road Scheme, where overnight lane closures are expected on the Leopardstown Road roundabout.
This type of local infrastructure work is important for regional mobility and public safety, especially in areas seeing residential and commercial growth. For readers following Dublin business trends, transport reliability remains a key issue as road access directly affects logistics, retail footfall and daily commuting patterns.
Active travel and school access works continue
The Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme is moving ahead, with works affecting Mounttown Road Lower and Glenageary Road Upper from early August into mid-October. In addition, the Dodder Greenway project’s Ely’s Arch section continues near Orwell Road and Braemor Park, with more works planned at the Orwell Road and Dodder Road Lower junction.
Safe Routes to School schemes are also progressing at several locations, including Holy Family National School, The Harold School and Carysfort National School. These upgrades focus on safer crossings, better junction layouts and improved footpaths.
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What to expect in August
Looking ahead, proposed temporary closures are scheduled for Green Road and George’s Avenue in Blackrock, Brennanstown Road, Mounttown Road Lower and Dodder Road Lower in Rathfarnham. A public consultation is also open on a proposed signalised pedestrian crossing at the N11 Cornelscourt junction, aimed at improving safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists.
For residents, workers and visitors, the main takeaway is simple: allow extra travel time, especially during evenings and overnight work windows. This Dublin news update shows how widespread road projects remain across the county, and staying informed will help avoid delays and unexpected diversions.
As Dublin news continues to track transport and infrastructure changes, motorists should monitor official local authority updates before setting out. With multiple schemes running at once, route planning is now essential for anyone travelling through Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.
