Dublin traffic restrictions begin ahead of European summits

Politics · First reported 10 Nov, 00:05 · Updated 00:10

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Road closures and transport changes are taking effect in Dublin ahead of meetings of European leaders on Thursday and Friday. Authorities warn of significant disruption and advise people to plan journeys; Taoiseach Micheál Martin has highlighted heightened security concerns.

North Wall Quay is closed to traffic and pedestrians between Guild Street and New Wapping Street from Tuesday morning until Friday evening. Further restrictions include the planned closure of Samuel Beckett Bridge from 8pm Wednesday.
Road closures and diversions are expected to affect Dublin bus routes, while rolling closures are planned on routes between the airport and city centre. Rail services are to continue, though passengers are advised to allow extra time for connections.
Around 50 European leaders are due at the European Political Community meetings at the Convention Centre next Thursday and Friday. Micheál Martin is also due to host a dinner for visiting leaders at the National Gallery of Ireland on Thursday.

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Key facts

North Wall Quay closure: Between Guild Street and New Wapping Street, from 7am Tuesday until Friday evening.
Samuel Beckett Bridge: Closure planned from 8pm Wednesday.
European leaders expected: Around 50.
Summit venue and dates: Convention Centre, Thursday and Friday.
Rail services: Expected to continue; passengers are advised to allow additional time for connecting travel.