Changes to how traffic moves through Dublin city centre come into effect
The latest changes, in effect 24/7, are designed to prioritise public transport, cycling, and pedestrian access — while discouraging through traffic by private vehicles. Only buses, taxis, and cyclists are now allowed to turn left from Westland Row onto Pearse Street.
A new right-turn option for general traffic, including cars and delivery vans, has been introduced at the same junction.
Pearse Street, between Westland Row and Sandwith Street, has become two-way to accommodate the new flow.
Access from Lombard Street East and Sandwith Street Upper remains unchanged, and high-sided vehicles can still use Westland Row, due to clearance issues with other railway bridges in the area. An illustration of Parliament Street under the Dublin City Centre Transport Plan. Pic: Dublin City Council
While Westland Row will no longer serve as a through-route to Pearse Street, there are no changes to disabled bays, loading bays, or taxi ranks in the area.
Dublin City Council says the goal is to reduce unnecessary through-traffic, noting that 60% of vehicles in the city centre aren't stopping to shop, work, or visit – they're just passing through.
'The anticipated reduction in general traffic will allow for these streets to be reimagined with better walking and cycling facilities,' a council spokesperson said.
As part of a broader effort to reshape Dublin's urban core, the public is now being invited to share their views on a proposal to transform Parliament Street into a car-free corridor for pedestrians and cyclists — similar to the successful revamp of Capel Street.
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