Taoiseach condemns refinery blockade as 'national sabotage' as Justice Minister meets gardai on fuel-supply threat
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Taoiseach condemns refinery blockade as 'national sabotage' as Justice Minister meets gardai on fuel-supply threat
"Protesters occupy docks in Galway city, blocking access to the fuel terminal and preventing delivery trucks from refueling. No fuel has left the terminal since yesterday morning, and local pumps are expected to run dry soon."
"The Justice Minister warns of 'consequences', stating that 'no one is above the law', as tensions rise over the ongoing protests disrupting fuel supplies."
"Kevin McPartlan, CEO of Fuels for Ireland, expresses concern that the blockade will hit supplies across the region in the coming days, highlighting the urgency of the situation."
Protests in Galway and Dublin have led to significant disruptions in fuel supplies, with blockades at the Galway Port preventing deliveries. The Justice Minister and Taoiseach have warned protesters of legal consequences for their actions. While some groups, like the Irish Road Haulage Association, are not supporting the protests, they acknowledge the frustration over rising fuel prices. Protesters are determined to continue their actions, with some planning to sleep in their vehicles. The blockade is expected to impact fuel availability in the region soon.
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