WMOF 2018
Garda are advising all motorists and commuters travelling in the area of the Phoenix Park on Monday 27, the day after the papal Mass, to be aware of traffic restrictions.
As there will be a greater amount of people around the city, they have asked everyone to plan their journey and leave extra time to get to their destination.
“I would advise all those travelling in the area on Monday to be aware of traffic restrictions in Phoenix Park. There may be increased traffic on other routes in this area as a result. Some schools will be open on Monday which will cause an increase in the volume of traffic on the roads. Please plan your journey accordingly and use public transport if possible,” said Chief Superintendent Aidan Reid, Dublin Metropolitan Region (Roads Policing) Division.
Dublin city will be open for business this weekend with additional public transport beyond the normal weekend services.
A Controlled Access Area will be in effect in Phoenix Park, to facilitate the visit of Pope Francis, beginning at 7pm today until 7am on Tuesday 28, August. There is no access permitted for vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists to the Phoenix Park during this time.
Garda are also urging all pilgrims attending the Mass in the Phoenix Park this Sunday to enter and leave using the colour coded route as outlined on their tickets, to alleviate traffic congestion.