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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, May 25, 2026

QUESTION NO. 6

QUESTION: Councillor K. Keane

"To ask if there are plans to review the traffic management in the Citywest area, in light of its rapid growth and pressure on public transport?"

REPLY:

The Council acknowledges the significant growth experienced in the Citywest area in recent years and the corresponding pressures this places on the local transport network, including both general traffic movement and public transport capacity. A number of measures are currently underway or being progressed to address these challenges.

The National Transport Authority (NTA), in partnership with the Council, is advancing the BusConnects Dublin programme, which includes proposals that directly benefit the Citywest and wider Tallaght Electoral Area.

  • The W6 orbital route is a key element of the redesigned bus network and will provide improved connectivity between Tallaght, Citywest, and surrounding areas.
  • This route is expected to enhance public transport accessibility, reduce journey times, and provide greater reliability for commuters in the Citywest corridor.
  • The Red line Luas service also serves the Citywest area. The Council is continually working with the Luas operators to ensure a reliable and safe light rail service is available to the commuters in this area.

Ongoing reviews of traffic operations in the area are being supported by the introduction of modern traffic management technologies, including:

The Council will shortly organise a dedicated briefing for Elected Members with the NTA to:

  • Provide updates on BusConnects proposals affecting the Citywest area,
  • Outline implementation timelines,
  • Address local concerns regarding transport capacity and integration.
The Council is working with the NTA to improve bus stop facilities across the Citywest area, including:
  • Enhanced bus shelter provision, (where feasible)
  • Improved accessibility features,
  • Upgraded passenger information systems.
No single measure will fully address the transport pressures arising from the rapid development in Citywest. A co-ordinated approach is underway combining infrastructure upgrades, smarter traffic management, and improved public transport services. The Council will continue to monitor conditions in the area and work closely with the NTA and other stakeholders to ensure that transport provision keeps pace with growth.