Transport Infrastructure Ireland has confirmed that motorways nationwide are now clear.
A slow-moving fuel protest involving trucks took place on the N4 dual carriageway just south of Sligo town. reports Breaking News.
Public transport services have resumed and are operating normally.
The Government is set to face a no-confidence motion in relation to rising fuel costs. reports Breaking News.
A spokesperson for the protesters said they have “achieved something small”,
The Garda Commissioner has ordered that all rest days be cancelled until 7 pm tomorrow. reports Breaking News.
An MEP has called on the Government to implement free public transport.
8.30pm
Trafficwatch NI has urged road users in Northern Ireland to plan for longer travel times on Tuesday due to scheduled fuel protests at multiple locations across the region.
It added that public transport and school services are expected to run as usual. reports Breaking News.
Various agencies have convened to coordinate efforts aimed at reducing disruption as a number of planned fuel protests are set to take place tomorrow.
“The situation will continue to be closely monitored … The PSNI is leading the operational response and will be on hand to support the emergency services in responding to those with urgent medical needs should disruption occur,” the service said on its website, reports Breaking News.
7.55pm
The Whitegate oil refinery was previously blocked during fuel protests over the past week, though gardaí cleared the site on Saturday.
An Garda Síochána reported that a truck carrying a slurry tank approached a checkpoint shortly after 2pm on Saturday. reports Breaking News.
They stated that Garda members instructed the vehicle to stop, but it failed to do so and continued onward.
7.45pm
The European Commission is seeking feedback from national governments on a proposed EU plan that would allow countries greater flexibility to temporarily subsidise rising fuel and fertiliser costs for industries most affected by recent price increases, according to The Irish Times.
The draft proposal from the EU’s executive body is viewed as an attempt by Brussels to ensure a coordinated approach among governments in tackling the energy crisis. reports Breaking News.
The commission is considering relaxing state-aid rules to enable governments to subsidise electricity expenses for “energy-intensive industries”.
It has also invited member states to propose “further measures” that could be introduced at EU level to help manage the crisis. reports Breaking News.
The EU package is expected to be released next Wednesday, with the commission aiming to finalise the scope of temporary support measures by the end of the month, according to the newspaper.
6:20pm
The National Emergency Coordination Group (NECG) met on Monday to assess and coordinate responses to the remaining effects of disruption caused by blockades on transport systems and critical infrastructure.
They confirmed that blockades at all Irish ports have now been lifted, and efforts are ongoing to process the backlog of cargo. It may take several days for ports to return fully to normal operations. reports Breaking News.
Fuel supply
They indicated that fuel is now moving efficiently from previously blockaded key locations, although it will take a few more days for distribution to stabilise fully
The Government/Industry Group focused on restoring fuel distribution and logistics met again to address any ongoing challenges. reports Breaking News.
Public transport
Public transport services are now fully restored, with both Dublin Bus and Luas operating normally.
The National Transport Authority provides a dedicated webpage with updates on service disruptions, and the public can also access general traffic alerts there. reports Breaking News.
Emergency services
Measures have been implemented to ensure that key response agencies, including the National Ambulance Service, Fire Service, and Irish Coast Guard, have access to necessary fuel supplies.
Health services
The HSE has reassured patients that all services remain operational, and unless directly contacted, individuals should expect their appointments to proceed as scheduled.
People are advised to allow additional travel time for appointments, and while services will try to remain flexible, they are currently under pressure. reports Breaking News.
The HSE has also encouraged those who missed appointments due to disruption to contact the relevant service so that new appointments can be arranged promptly.
Education
Practical exams for Leaving Certificate Music and Junior Cycle Home Economics scheduled for Tuesday, April 14th, and the following days will proceed as planned.
Schools have been informed accordingly. Any localised disruptions will be handled at a local level, and the Department of Education and Youth reassures affected students that they will still have the chance to complete their practical exams. reports Breaking News.
Agriculture
Sectors including agriculture, food, fisheries, and forestry faced considerable disruption during the blockades. However, agri-food supply chains are expected to return to normal operations in the coming days.
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