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Over 2,000 members took to the picket line nationally over pay and grading.

May 13, 2026 17:20

Their first demonstration took place last Sunday, when around 300 people marched around the town.

Apr 19, 2026 09:18

It's after the government announced petrol and diesel would drop by an extra 10 cents a litre.

Apr 13, 2026 18:04

This is causing significant traffic delays in both directions of the road, especially eastbound near Rooskey.

Apr 12, 2026 15:03

Dozens of the protesters carried tricolours.

Apr 12, 2026 12:48

It comes as nationwide fuel protests enter a fifth day, with around 500 of the country's 1 thousand 600 filling stations out of petrol and diesel.

Apr 11, 2026 08:21

The breaking news comes after agreement that a 'governance review' will take place into matters raised by the IFA in recent weeks.

Mar 2, 2026 19:12

A demonstration will take place in Roscommon town at 3.30pm and in Castlerea at 2pm.

Feb 25, 2026 07:24

A protest is planned in the town for next Saturday.

Jan 12, 2026 15:30

The move is prompting fresh criticism, amid claims the agreement is being pushed ahead before a vote in the European Parliament.

Jan 12, 2026 13:08

They were protesting against the trade agreement between the EU and Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.

Jan 11, 2026 18:44

Thousands of tractors and protestors on foot protested in the midlands town before gathering at the TÚS campus this afternoon.

Jan 10, 2026 13:50

The event is being organised by Independent Ireland politicians and supported by national farming bodies.

Jan 10, 2026 09:16

It's set to get underway at 11am.

Jan 7, 2026 07:26

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