Over 2,000 cyclists disrupt traffic in Dublin

Cyclists on Westmoreland Street as part of the Dublin City Cycle tonight.

Cyclists on Westmoreland Street as part of the Dublin City Cycle tonight.

About 2,000 cyclists caused minor traffic disruption in Dublin city centre this evening as they took part in the Dublin City Cycle.

The cyclists gathered under glorious sunshine in the IFSC at 8PM before cycling along a route cleared of cars and buses that included Pearse St, Westmoreland Street and O'Connell St.

The cycle lasted for about one hour and is designed to promote the provision of cycle lanes in the city.