Drivers across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown should expect a busier journey this week, with several closures, reduced speed limits and traffic controls in effect. This Dublin news update highlights the key roads affected from 20 to 26 June 2026, helping commuters, local residents and anyone planning to work in Ireland or travel through south Dublin stay ahead of delays.
Road resurfacing, utility upgrades, active travel projects and school access improvements are all shaping traffic conditions across the county. While many works are scheduled outside peak hours, some disruption is still expected at major local routes.
Dublin news: key traffic changes drivers should know
Temporary speed limits
- M11 northbound: A temporary 60 km/h limit applies from the county boundary near Junction 7 to Junction 5 from 22 June to 17 July 2026 for resurfacing works.
- Wyattville Link Road westbound: A 50 km/h restriction remains in place from Cherrywood Avenue to the Cherrywood M50 southbound slip road until 30 November 2026, linked to underpass construction.
Current road closures
Several roads are currently closed or partially restricted, including:
- Kilmacud Road Upper, Dundrum: 22–26 June for resurfacing under the Safe Routes to School programme
- Hillcrest Road, Sandyford: partial closure on 24 June for cleaning and maintenance
- Sutton’s Lane, Ballycorus: closed on the afternoon of 24 June
- Enniskerry Road (R117), Kilternan: closed from 8 June to 28 August for major upgrades
- Knapton Road, Dún Laoghaire: closed until 17 July under the Active Travel Scheme
- Wyattville Link Road westbound: closure remains in effect until 30 November 2026
Diversions are in place where needed, and motorists are being asked to follow signage carefully.
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Where roadworks and lane restrictions are causing delays
In addition to full closures, a number of worksites are operating with Stop/Go systems or temporary lane restrictions. Areas likely to see slower movement include Ashlawn Park in Ballybrack, Blackrock at Cross Avenue and Booterstown Avenue, Carmanhall Road in Sandyford, Bray Road on the R119, Cunningham Road in Dalkey, and parts of Stillorgan and Deansgrange.
These works include footpath improvements, utility installations, wastewater upgrades and street ducting. For residents following Dublin news closely, these smaller projects can often have the biggest effect on local journey times.
Active travel projects continuing
The county’s long-term transport improvement plans are also continuing this week. Works remain active on the Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme, especially along Glenageary Road Upper and Mounttown Road, with junction-based traffic controls in place. The Dodder Greenway project at Ely’s Arch is also ongoing, with intermittent traffic management.
Pedestrian access is expected to remain open throughout these works, and many operations are being scheduled between 10am and 4pm to reduce peak-hour disruption.
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What motorists should do this week
Anyone travelling through the area should:
- Allow extra time for local journeys
- Check diversion routes before leaving
- Drive cautiously near temporary signals and lane shifts
- Expect disruption near school, cycling and pedestrian improvement schemes
This Dublin news update underlines how extensive infrastructure works remain across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. For commuters, businesses and families alike, planning ahead is the best way to avoid delays. As more transport upgrades continue through summer, keeping up with Dublin news will be essential for smoother travel across the county.
