Motorists across south county Dublin should plan journeys carefully this week as a fresh Dublin news update highlights speed restrictions, resurfacing projects and several temporary road closures. From the M11 to Dundrum, Blackrock and Dún Laoghaire, the latest traffic bulletin points to expected delays in multiple locations as improvement works continue.
The weekly roads update from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown outlines where drivers, residents and commuters are most likely to be affected between Saturday 27 June and Friday 3 July 2026. While many of the works are designed to improve safety, walking routes and road quality, they will temporarily affect travel times in busy local corridors.
Dublin news: key traffic changes this week
Among the most important measures currently in place is a temporary 60km/h speed limit on the northbound M11 between the county boundary near Junction 7 and Junction 5. That restriction, introduced for resurfacing works, is due to remain until 17 July 2026.
Drivers using the Wyattville Link Road should also note that a 50km/h limit remains in force on the westbound section from Cherrywood Avenue to the Cherrywood M50 southbound slip road. These long-running measures are connected to underpass construction and are expected to continue until late November, subject to completion of the works.
- M11 northbound: temporary 60km/h limit for resurfacing
- Wyattville Link Road westbound: temporary 50km/h limit
- Local diversion routes are in place where closures apply
Closures affecting Dundrum, Blackrock and Dún Laoghaire
Several short-term closures are set to affect local traffic this week. Kilmacud Road Upper in Dundrum remains shut until Saturday 27 June between Dundrum Garda Station and Dundrum College for resurfacing linked to the Safe Routes to School programme.
In Dún Laoghaire, Fitzgerald Park Road will be closed on Sunday 28 June from 2pm to 5pm for a community family event. Convent Road in Blackrock is also scheduled to close from Monday 29 June through Friday 3 July while resurfacing works are carried out.
Longer-running closures remain active on Enniskerry Road in Kilternan, Knapton Road in Dún Laoghaire and the westbound Wyattville Link Road section. Signposted diversions are in operation.
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Roadworks, lane controls and likely delays
Road improvement and utility works are also planned across a number of towns and villages. Areas listed for activity include York Road in Dún Laoghaire, Ballybrack Village, Churchtown Road Upper, Ballybetagh Road, Killiney Avenue and Frascati Park in Blackrock.
Additional short-duration works are expected in:
- Stillorgan
- Shankill
- Dundrum
- Dalkey
- Deansgrange
Most of these operations are due to take place during off-peak daytime hours, generally between 10am and 4pm, with Stop/Go systems or lane restrictions used where needed. Even so, motorists should allow extra time.
Dundrum development works continue
Construction activity has also begun on Dún Brí, the major new housing development on the former Central Mental Hospital lands in Dundrum. Early enabling works include site preparation, utility connections and demolition. Although much of the activity is being contained within the site, construction traffic in the surrounding area is expected to rise over time.
This project is relevant to broader Dublin business and planning discussions because it combines transport management with a major housing delivery programme. Working hours currently run from 7am to 7pm on weekdays and 8am to 2pm on Saturdays.
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Active travel projects and what drivers should do
Separate active travel and school access schemes are still moving ahead in locations such as Glenageary Road Upper, Mounttown Road and the Dodder Greenway corridor. These works aim to improve walking and cycling routes while maintaining pedestrian access throughout.
For anyone travelling through the county this week, the advice is straightforward:
- Check routes before setting out
- Leave extra travel time
- Follow temporary signs and diversions
- Take extra care near work crews and lane controls
The latest Dublin news on road conditions shows a busy week ahead for drivers, but most disruption is temporary and tied to long-term safety and infrastructure upgrades. If you’re commuting through Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, planning ahead will be the easiest way to avoid unnecessary delays.
