Hundreds of tractors, trucks, and buses converged on Dublin city centre tonight as fuel price protests entered a second day of disruption. Protesters, including farmers, hauliers, and other workers, blocked O’Connell Street and O’Connell Bridge, bringing traffic and public transport to a near standstill.
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The demonstrations, which began on Tuesday with slow-moving convoys on major routes like the M50 and M7, demand further government action to cap fuel prices and cut taxes on petrol, diesel, and agri-diesel. Organisers argue that a recent €250 million support package falls short amid rising costs linked to global tensions in the Middle East.
Tonight, more vehicles joined the blockade, with additional trucks, tractors, and even buses abandoned or parked across key thoroughfares. Dublin Bus reported severe delays and partial suspension of services, while one Luas tram line was affected. Similar actions disrupted other cities including Cork, Galway, and Limerick.
The Taoiseach described the blockades as “wrong” and warned of penalties, but protesters vowed to remain overnight, saying they would clear the streets only if senior ministers agree to meet. Commuters face ongoing chaos, with calls for extra journey time. The action highlights widespread frustration over the cost-of-living pressures hitting businesses and households hard.
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