Drivers across south Dublin are being advised to plan journeys carefully this week as fresh road closures, resurfacing projects and temporary speed limits remain in force. This latest Dublin news update covers the main traffic changes affecting Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown from late June into early July, with disruption expected on commuter routes, local roads and active travel project areas.
Motorists using the M11 northbound should note a temporary 60km/h speed restriction between the county boundary near Junction 7 and Junction 5. The measure is in place from 22 June to 17 July to support resurfacing works. A separate 50km/h limit also continues on the westbound Wyattville Link Road between Cherrywood Avenue and the M50 southbound slip, where underpass construction is ongoing until 30 November unless works finish earlier.
Road Closures and Traffic Changes in This Dublin news Roundup
Several short-term and ongoing closures are expected to affect local access this week:
- Kilmacud Road Upper, Dundrum: closed until Saturday 27 June for resurfacing linked to the Safe Routes to School programme
- Fitzgerald Park Road, Dún Laoghaire: closed on Sunday 28 June from 2pm to 5pm for a family community event
- Convent Road, Blackrock: closed from Monday 29 June to Friday 3 July for resurfacing works
- Enniskerry Road (R117), Kilternan: closure continuing until 28 August
- Knapton Road, Dún Laoghaire: closure in place until 17 July
- Wyattville Link Road westbound: closure continuing until 30 November
Diversions are signposted, but delays are likely at peak times even where works are scheduled outside the busiest hours.
Areas with Lane Restrictions and Utility Works
Additional works are underway on York Road in Dún Laoghaire, Ballybrack Village, Churchtown Road Upper, Ballybetagh Road, Killiney Avenue and Frascati Park in Blackrock. Short-duration traffic management is also expected in Stillorgan, Shankill, Dundrum, Dalkey and Deansgrange, typically between 10am and 4pm.
For residents following wider Dublin business and infrastructure developments, these schemes form part of broader investment in safer streets, public realm upgrades and road maintenance.
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Dundrum Development and Active Travel Works
Construction has started on Dún Brí, the redevelopment of the former Central Mental Hospital site in Dundrum. The project is expected to deliver hundreds of affordable and social homes, while enabling works now include demolition, utilities and site preparation. Most activity is staying within the site boundary, though construction traffic is expected to rise over time.
Working hours are set for Monday to Friday from 7am to 7pm and Saturdays from 8am to 2pm. Traffic controls, road cleaning and safety measures will be introduced as needed.
Elsewhere, active travel schemes continue on Glenageary Road Upper and Mounttown Road under the Dún Laoghaire Central project, while works tied to the Dodder Greenway at Ely’s Arch are also ongoing. These projects generally maintain pedestrian access and aim to avoid rush hour where possible.
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What Drivers Should Do This Week
- Allow extra time for journeys, especially around Dundrum, Blackrock and Dún Laoghaire
- Watch for temporary speed limits on the M11 and Wyattville Link Road
- Follow posted diversions and traffic control signals
- Take extra care near resurfacing crews, lane restrictions and school-route works
This Dublin news briefing shows how road improvements, housing construction and active travel investment are reshaping movement across the county. For anyone commuting, dropping children to school or managing deliveries, the key takeaway is simple: check routes in advance and expect temporary delays while this latest phase of works continues.
