Dublin: Protests disrupting fuel supply chains are set to continue until demonstrators secure a “result,” a spokesperson for the group has said, as tensions escalate across the country.
John Dallon, speaking outside the Department of Agriculture on Friday, said protesters had been assured by TDs that he would be allowed to attend a high-level meeting between government ministers and industry representatives. However, he claimed he was denied entry upon arrival.
The ongoing demonstrations have now entered their fourth day, raising widespread concerns over fuel shortages and supply disruptions. Panic buying has been reported at several forecourts, with some stations running out of fuel entirely. Authorities have also flagged potential knock-on effects on emergency services and the delivery of essential goods.
Kevin McPartland, chief executive of Fuels For Ireland, warned that “panic buying has absolutely taken hold,” cautioning that the situation could lead to “serious, potentially life-threatening consequences” if disruptions persist.
The crisis intensified on Thursday when the military was deployed to assist in clearing vehicles used to block key transport routes. Meanwhile, Garda Síochána has classified protests at fuel depots as “blockades,” underscoring the severity of the ongoing unrest.
As negotiations continue behind closed doors, the standoff shows little sign of immediate resolution, with both sides holding firm on their positions.
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