Temporary Closing of Roads – LP8621 & LP8622 from the border of Louth on the LP8622 to McArdle Skeath transportation.

Monaghan County Council has announced a temporary closure of two local roads in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross‑Castleblayney. The roads affected are LP8621 and LP8622, covering the stretch from the border of Louth on LP8622 to McArdle Skeath transportation. The closure will run from Monday 31 August 2026 until Friday 25 September 2026, a period of almost four weeks. The council has stated that the roads may be closed for a maximum of four weeks within this closure period.

During the closure, local traffic will be diverted via adjoining local roads. All detours will be signposted to guide motorists, and the council has confirmed that local access and emergency vehicles will be catered for at all times. The notice was issued in compliance with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75) and was signed by Senior Executive Engineer Donal McElwain on 20 August 2026.

Residents and visitors who have questions about the road closure can contact the Municipal District of Carrickmacross‑Castleblayney by phone at 042 966 1236 or by email at carrickmacross@monaghancoco.ie. The council has urged drivers to plan alternative routes and to follow the posted detour signs to minimise disruption.

The temporary closure is part of routine maintenance and works carried out by Monaghan County Council to improve road safety and infrastructure in the area. The council will monitor traffic conditions and will update the public if any changes to the closure dates or routes are required.

For further details, see the Monaghan County Council road update.

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