Motorists across south Dublin are being urged to plan ahead this week as a fresh round of road closures, resurfacing works and temporary speed limits affect key commuter routes. This latest Dublin news update covers the main disruptions across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown from Saturday 4 July to Friday 10 July 2026, with advice for drivers, residents and local businesses.
The biggest changes include restrictions on the M11 northbound, ongoing works at Wyattville Link Road and a temporary closure on Torquay Road in Foxrock. While many projects are designed to improve long-term road safety and traffic flow, short-term delays are expected in several neighbourhoods.
Dublin news: Main traffic restrictions to know this week
Temporary speed limits in place
Two major routes continue to operate under reduced speed limits:
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M11 northbound: A temporary 60km/h limit applies from the county boundary near Junction 7 to Junction 5 until 17 July 2026 while resurfacing works continue.
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Wyattville Link Road westbound: A 50km/h speed restriction remains in effect between Cherrywood Avenue and the Cherrywood M50 southbound slip road until 30 November 2026, linked to underpass construction.
These measures are intended to protect workers on site and improve safety for road users moving through active construction areas.
Key road closures affecting drivers
One of the most significant temporary closures this week is on Torquay Road, Foxrock, where the road is shut from Leopardstown Road Junction to Golf Lane Junction from 6 July to 26 July 2026 for utility works.
Other ongoing closures remain in place across the county, including:
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Enniskerry Road (R117), Kilternan
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Kellystown Road, Taylorsgrange
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Knapton Road, Dún Laoghaire
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Laneway linking Marino Avenue East to Station Road, Killiney
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Wyattville Link Road westbound
Diversions are signposted, but drivers should allow extra time, especially during daytime working hours.
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Local works and what they mean for residents
Beyond the headline closures, road and footpath upgrades are also scheduled in Ballybrack, Dundrum, Churchtown, Stillorgan and Dún Laoghaire. Short-term works are also expected in Dalkey, Deansgrange, Foxrock, Killiney and Shankill, often managed with Stop/Go systems or temporary lane restrictions between 10am and 4pm.
For commuters, that means possible congestion in residential corridors and around shopping areas. For Dublin business owners, reduced access and slower traffic may briefly affect deliveries and customer travel, especially in busy suburban centres.
Dundrum development works continue
Construction activity is also progressing at Dún Brí, the new housing development on the former Central Mental Hospital site in Dundrum. Enabling works, including demolition, utility installation and site preparation, are now underway. Most activity is staying within the site boundary, though construction traffic is expected to rise as the project moves forward.
This development is one of the larger local housing schemes and reflects broader conversations around how to invest in Ireland through infrastructure, housing delivery and urban regeneration.
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Active travel schemes also moving ahead
Separate from road resurfacing and utility projects, active travel works are continuing on Glenageary Road Upper, Mounttown Road and the Dodder Greenway connection at Ely’s Arch. Safe Routes to School projects are also ongoing in Dundrum and Blackrock, with pedestrian access maintained while works proceed.
Although these schemes may cause limited delays now, they are aimed at making local communities safer and more accessible in the long term.
What drivers should do now
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Check routes before setting out
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Allow additional travel time
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Observe temporary speed limits carefully
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Follow official diversion signage
For anyone travelling through south county Dublin this week, staying informed is the best way to avoid disruption. This Dublin news roundup shows just how many overlapping works are underway, so forward planning will be essential until the latest phases are completed.
