Dublin ban on HGVs to cause traffic delays

MOTORISTS could be facing additional traffic chaos on the already congested M50 from this morning as a new ban on heavy goods vehicles (HGV) in Dublin city centre comes into effect.

All large lorries with five or more axles will no longer be able to access Dublin Port via the Liffey quays between 7am and 7pm under new restrictions imposed by Dublin City Council.

Hauliers and business organisations yesterday warned that the new measures were likely to cause further delays for drivers using the M50, especially at peak periods.