Third day of action planned in Midlands locations for fuel price protest

A third day of protests is earmarked by the 'People Of Ireland Against Fuel Prices Protest' group, with action planned in Athlone, Tullamore, and Portlaoise.

The protests began on Tuesday, April 7, running from 7am to 7pm in locations across the country.

As protests continued today, a third day of action had been announced. Locations include Portlaoise from 7am to 7:30pm, Tullamore town from 7am to 7:30pm, Portumna / Banagher Bridge from 6am feeding from Birr, Ballinasloe, and Banagher, and in Athlone on the M6 between Junction 7 and 8 from 7am to 7:30pm.

A group called 'The People Of Ireland Against Fuel Prices Protest' was set up in recent weeks, as fuel prices began to rise significantly due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The group said a public meeting took place in Portlaoise on Saturday, March 28, and that a "very constructive" discussion was held with local TDs and representatives from sectors including farming, haulage, bus operators, and other industries heavily impacted by the rising cost of fuel.

As a result of this meeting, a committee was established to represent those affected, and to put forward a clear and structured list of demands to the Government.

Following a lack response to the demands, 'The People Of Ireland Against Fuel Prices Protest' group proceeded with plans to arrange a nationwide protest.