Traffic-calming 'gateways' requested for Kilcullen

The southern approach at Nicholastown.

Traffic-calming ‘Town Gates’ are being requested for Kilcullen’s approach roads at the upcoming January meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge MD, writes Brian Byrne. Cllr Tracey O’Dwyer is asking the Council to consider the idea.

Typically, the systems are used in towns along major roads to mark the transition from higher-speed rural areas to lower-speed urban areas. 

The ‘gateways’ can include features such as narrowing the carriageway by installing centre linear islands, changes in road surfacing, and distinctive landscaping to remind drivers that they are entering a lower-speed area where they are likely to encounter vulnerable road users.

The Naas Road approach and the southern approach at Nicholastown in Kilcullen are examples of where such gateways could improve road safety, as they are wide roads where motorists regularly exceed the speed limit.

Cllr O’Dwyer’s motion also asks for similar consideration for approach roads to Athgarvan. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, 21 January 2026, at 10am in the Council Chamber.

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