Minister of State for the Office of Public Works, Mr. Patrick O’Donovan T.D., today announced the introduction of the new 30 km/h speed limit in the Phoenix Park, which will commence on Monday, the 28th of February 2022. This change is in line with the Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Report, published in January 2021 and finalised following public consultation in July last year.
Two additional recommendations contained in the Phoenix Park Transport and Mobility Options Report will also be implemented starting on the 28th of February resulting in the following traffic changes for the duration of a 9-month pilot study:
• Implementation of a cul-de-sac on the Upper Glen Road and
• Implementation of a one-way system on the North Road.
These measures will not impact access to institutions in close proximity to the two routes.
“The reduction of the speed limit from 50km/h to 30km/h should see a marked difference in driver behaviour, making the Park a safer place for all of us using it for recreational purposes.“ said the Minister.
“Cyclists will be pleased to hear that traffic lane separators for the entire length of Chesterfield Avenue will be installed this month and over 8km of cones currently in use removed. These new durable and strong dividers will ensure a safer experience for both cyclists and vehicles using Chesterfield Avenue, while my team works with the National Transport Authority and Dublin City Council on the design of the new permanent cycle lanes linking Castleknock to the city. The OPW has also installed over 40 new bike stands throughout the Park, with an additional 70 planned in the coming months.” he added.
The Phoenix Park has in excess of 25km of roads, 17km of cycle lanes and 27km of footpaths.
To carry out the necessary works, following traffic changes will be there causing diversion for some days:
• The North Road will be temporarily closed from the 23rd of February to facilitate enabling works, including the installation of bollards, new road markings, signage etc. It will reopen on the 28th of February as a one-way system, in the City direction only.
• Enabling works will commence on the Upper Glen Road from the 21st of February to facilitate the installation of bollards, signage and line marking in advance of the pilot cul-de-sac commencing on the 28th of February 2022.