Laois M7 commuters face disruption due to motorway closure

Laois drivers travelling on the M7 have been warned about delays and diversions due to roadworks on the motorway which is the main road to Dublin, Limerick, Kildare and other counties for local motorists.

Gardaí have issued a notice advising of overnight works that could impact late-night and early morning commuters and commercial traffic on the busy motorway.

The works will be carried out during off-peak hours from 10 pm to 6 am, with traffic management in place.

On Monday, March 23, and Tuesday, March 24, the eastbound entry at Junction 10 will be closed, with traffic diverted via the R445 and Junction 9a. Westbound motorists will face both entry and exit closures at Junction 10, with diversions in place via the M9 and Junction 9a.

Further restrictions are planned for Wednesday, March 25, when the westbound entry at Junction 9a will be closed, with traffic redirected via Junction 9. MORE BELOW PHOTO.

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On Thursday, March 26, a number of closures will be in effect. Eastbound traffic on the M7 will see both entry and exit points at Junction 9 closed. On the N7, the westbound entry at Junction 7 will also be shut, while a stop-go system will operate at Junction 4.

The final phase of works on Friday, March 27, will involve westbound closures at Junction 9 on the M7, as well as entry and exit closures at Junction 6 on the N7.

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Drivers are being urged to plan, allow extra travel time and follow all diversion signage in place. Caution is also urged when travelling through the affected areas.

The works are part of ongoing efforts to maintain and improve the national road network.