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Taoiseach says ongoing fuel protests are "not acceptable"

Apr 8, 2026 13:13
By Shannonside News
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Taoiseach says ongoing fuel protests are "not acceptable"
Taoiseach Micheál Martin

Demonstrations are continuing for a second day, causing major disruption on the roads.

The Taoiseach says the ongoing fuel protests disrupting parts of the country are “not acceptable”. Demonstrations are continuing for a second day, causing major disruption on the roads. Fuel depots in Galway and Limerick have also been blocked by protesters.

Longford IFA chairperson John Sheridan said last week he would be against the demonstrations. However, he says he can understand the frustration from those who are taking part in the protests:

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