Hauliers and agricultural contractors maintain blockades at major fuel depots across Ireland, pushing the protest into its fourth day and triggering critical fuel shortages nationwide.

Protests Target Soaring Fuel Prices

Demonstrators call for urgent government intervention to curb rising fuel costs. Key sites under blockade include an oil refinery in Co Cork and depots in Galway and Limerick, halting distribution and leaving forecourts empty.

Authorities Launch Enforcement Phase

An Garda Síochána shifts to an enforcement operation, backed by the military. Defence Forces stand ready to help remove heavy vehicles and restore access to vital infrastructure.

Severe Disruptions Hit Essential Services

Panic buying empties pumps, raising alarms over fuel for emergency vehicles and medical transport. Patients risk missing critical appointments, while animal welfare faces threats from delayed feed and fertiliser deliveries.