Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCillian SherlockFriday 10 April 2026 09:34 BSTIrish fuel protests: People walk along motorway towards Dublin Airport as fuel protests continueFuel supplies across Ireland are facing critical shortages due to a four-day blockade of major depots by hauliers and agricultural contractors.Protesters are demanding government action to address soaring fuel costs, with blockades affecting key distribution hubs including an oil refinery in Co Cork and depots in Galway and Limerick.The Irish police service, An Garda Siochana, has initiated an 'enforcement' phase, supported by the military, with the Defence Forces on standby to assist in clearing heavy vehicles.The blockades have led to forecourts running dry, widespread panic buying, and warnings of severe disruption to essential services, including emergency vehicle fuel supplies and medical care.Concerns have been raised about potential impacts on animal welfare due to the threatened provision of animal feed and fertiliser, and people missing medical appointments and critical treatments.In fullIrish fuel blockades cause critical shortages impacting essential services and healthcareThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in