"Gardaí arrived in force at Whitegate in east Cork on Friday morning after protesters refused to end their blockade at Ireland's only refinery. Over 60 Gardaí including uniformed officers and members of the public order unit deployed shortly before 10.30am."
"Despite torrential downpours, over 100 protesters - supported by around 50 trucks and tractors - remain in place blockading access to the refinery. The discussions - which commenced before 9am - were described as 'polite but animated'."
"Protesters established a chicane with trucks at the entrance to the refinery - allowing cars to pass but creating an impassable barrier for oil lorries. Staff are being allowed free access to the plant as well as a gas supply lorry essential to the operation of the plant."
Gardaí have deployed a significant force to Whitegate, Cork, to address a blockade by over 100 fuel protesters at the oil refinery. Despite attempts to negotiate, the blockade persists, with protesters supported by trucks and tractors. Garda checkpoints have been established on all roads leading to Whitegate, preventing additional support from reaching the site. The protesters have created barriers to restrict access for oil lorries while allowing staff and essential supplies to enter the facility. Local supporters are providing food and resources to the protesters during the standoff.
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