The Limerick public are bracing themselves for transport challenges this week, with several possible disruptions caused by confirmed fuel protests and the EU President’s visit to Dublin.
SEVERAL routes have been identified as confirmed locations for fuel protests this Friday, November 13th, including the M7, which runs from Limerick to Naas.
Speaking to Limerick Voice, one haulier who was involved in the last fuel protest said:
“I do feel that the price of fuel has gone crazy again, they have given us money, so that’s kind of shut us up, but for me anyway, that was never the purpose, and for most of the lads that were up on the motorway back in April, the purpose was to bring it [fuel prices] down for everybody… It wasn’t just for lads with trucks who are burning bigger amounts of diesel,”
As Ireland continues to hold EU presidency for the remainder of 2026, Dublin residents are being alerted to travel restrictions that are in effect until Friday.
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly has said there will be no tolerance of any violent disturbances during the EU summit. This also comes after false bomb threats made over the last number of days.
A security cordon will be established around the Convention Centre Dublin from 7am including barriers and no-parking restrictions.
North Wall Quay between Guild Street and New Wapping Street will be closed to traffic and pedestrians from 7am on 10th November 2026 until the evening of Friday 13th November 2026, with east-west traffic being diverted from approach roads.
An Garda Síochána have put out a statement on X drawing attention to cyclists and pedestrians at the North Wall Quay, encouraging drivers to be particularly cautious of them. “We are appealing to drivers to be vigilant in watching out for vulnerable road users; those using cycling lanes in particular, as they may not anticipate your right-hand turn.”
Public transport in Dublin will continue to operate, but commuters are advised to take note of changes to routes. These restrictions are expected to have a knock-on effect on commuters in the rest of the country.
Anyone travelling to Niall Horan concert at the 3Arena this week is warned that there will be no east-west traffic on North Wall Quay from 10th to 13th November. Vehicles can access the 3Arena along Seville Place/ Sherriff Street Upper, East Wall Road and across Tom Clarke Toll Bridge at all times.
LUAS operations will continue as normal on 10th November 2026.
There will be no pedestrian access along North Wall Quay on 10th November 2026. On 10th November 2026 (only), pedestrians can use North Wall Quay, Guild Street, and Mayor Street Upper to access the 3Arena.